TS-60 and Metrology Equipment

The University of Texas at Austin, through the Cockrell School of Engineering, is seeking qualified vendors to provide Leica TS-60 total stations, associated peripherals, and supporting surveying and metrology equipment for precision geodetic surveys at McDonald Observatory. Bidders must possess demonstrated experience in supplying high-accuracy instrumentation for scientific and engineering applications, ensuring the equipment meets the rigorous demands of terrestrial surveying in remote observational environments. The solicitation requires comprehensive technical capability to deliver, calibrate, and support the full suite of surveying hardware as specified in the Scope of Work, with an emphasis on reliability, precision, and compatibility with existing ground station infrastructure. Responses are due by June 30, 2026, at 10:30 PM Central Time, following a posted date of June 29, 2026, and all bids must be submitted through the Texas SmartBuy portal. The procurement is open to all qualified vendors without set-aside restrictions and is managed by Ethan Walje, the primary point of contact, reachable at 512-471-4222 or ethan.walje@austin.utexas.edu. The equipment will be deployed at McDonald Observatory in Texas, requiring vendors to understand the logistical and environmental challenges of high-altitude, low-light operational conditions. All submitted proposals must align with the technical specifications and performance standards necessary for reliable geodetic data collection.