Re-Solicitation Hoist and Trolley Replacement

The Texas Department of Agriculture is seeking qualified bidders to provide a turnkey solution for the removal and replacement of two existing 700 series Shawbox hoists with two new 800 series Shawbox hoists or equivalent models, along with compatible motorized trolleys, at the Giddings Metrology Laboratory in Giddings, Texas. The solicitation, numbered 5510001112, requires the procurement of electric wire rope hoists with a minimum 3-ton capacity, dual speed, 460 VAC power, 18 FPM lift speed, and overload protection, paired with trolleys of specific spans and lifts, all to be delivered and installed as a complete system. All work must comply with National Electrical Code and OSHA standards, and the successful bidder must conduct an on-site load test using customer-supplied weights and certify the installation. A minimum one-year warranty covering parts and labor is mandatory, beginning upon completion. Bids must be submitted electronically by July 17, 2026, and must include a completed Cost Price Sheet, Execution of Offer, Vendor Information and Evaluation Preferences, Financial and Organizational Capacity questionnaire, Key Contracting Persons Disclosure Statement, Certification Regarding Lobbying, Debarment and Suspension Certification, Insurance Requirements documentation, and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion statement. Proposals will be evaluated based on strict pass/fail gates—deadline compliance, valid response period, three professional references, VPTS score of “C” or higher, no recent cancellations for non-performance, and zero exceptions to specifications—and weighted factors including cost, qualifications, experience, and conformance with Texas state law. All pricing must include delivery, shipping, fuel surcharges, and installation equipment such as cranes or forklifts, with shipment F.O.B. destination. The contract will run through August 31, 2027, and payment is governed by the Texas Prompt Payment Act, requiring invoices to be submitted within 30 days of delivery with full detail and correct formatting. Contractors must also comply with state ethics requirements, including prohibitions on gifts to public servants and disclosure of conflicts, and may be subject to audits by the State Auditor’s Office. Failure to meet any mandatory requirement results in disqualification, and TDA retains full discretion in determining best value, not necessarily the lowest price.