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OpenSolicitation 721-27041

Elevator Renovation Services for UT Austin Bureau of Economic Geology

Buyer
The University of Texas at Austin
Place of performance
UT Austin Bureau of Economic Geology (BEG) Lab Building (BE1), Austin, TX
Submission deadline
Dec 11, 20263:30 PM EST

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What the buyer needs

AI summary

The University of Texas at Austin is soliciting proposals for elevator renovation services. This includes replacing the hydraulic passenger elevator control and drive systems at the BEG Lab Building. Questions regarding the RFP must be submitted by November 20, 2026, at 2:30 PM CST. The selection criteria will consider the most advantageous offer based on service, total cost, and project management expertise. Respondents must submit a completed proposal including an Execution of Offer, Pricing and Delivery Schedule, acknowledged Addenda, and responses to the General Questionnaire. The total proposed cost must be a firm fixed cost.

Scope of work

  • Replace hydraulic passenger elevator control and drive systems
  • Replace control and operation switches and wiring
  • Retain elevator cab shell, platform, and sling; maintain car speed
  • Install new hydraulic jack and power unit
  • Replace and adjust door operator
  • Replace hall door hangers with new style hangers incorporating safety retainers
  • Provide 24-hour emergency call service during construction and warranty period

How proposals are evaluated

CriterionWeight / scoring
ServiceNot specified
Total overall cost / Respondents' Price Proposal and long-term costNot specified
Project management expertiseNot specified

Minimum qualifications

  • Operated an elevator and escalator maintenance service for at least five years prior to bid date
  • Maintain an adequate stock of parts for emergency and replacement purposes in the Austin, TX area
  • Qualified personnel available for 24-hour emergency call service during construction and warranty period
  • Journey workers and apprentices trained in elevator and escalator installation; 1:1 apprentice to journey worker ratio
  • Registered Apprenticeship Program with U.S. Department of Labor Office of Apprenticeship per 29 CFR parts 29 and 30
  • Qualified experienced supervisory personnel
  • Attend mandatory site walk and pre-proposal conference and RSVP via provided link
  • Minimum of three (3) client references

Documents to include with your response

  • Signed and Completed Execution of Offer (Appendix One)
  • Signed and Completed Pricing and Delivery Schedule (Section 5)
  • Acknowledged Addenda (Appendix Two)
  • Response to Proposer's General Questionnaire (Section 6)
  • Signed and completed VetHUB Subcontracting Plan (Attachment Three)
  • Cover Letter (maximum 1 page)
  • Apprenticeship Program written documentation (29 CFR parts 29 and 30)
  • Documentation of Journey level workers completing Apprenticeship Program
  • Price List and Description of Additional/Related Services
  • Red-lined Attachment Two (if taking exceptions to Terms and Conditions)

How to submit

Method
Electronic via the University's Procurement Portal (Euna / Bonfire)
Instructions
Submit via https://utexas.bonfirehub.com/portal/?tab=openOpportunities. Upload each required document individually to the applicable Bonfire questionnaire item or file upload field; do not upload folders unless expressly requested.
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