Telescopic Boom Excavators

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), specifically the Paris District, has awarded a term contract to Gradall Industries LLC of New Philadelphia, Ohio, for the procurement of a Telescopic Boom Excavator Model XL3100 V. The primary contract, valued at $592,486.00, encompasses a comprehensive equipment package including the base excavator priced at $549,525.00 and several supplementary options. These additional options include a 4x4 carrier chassis drive system ($20,652), a grapple attachment ($12,416), a 66-inch ditching bucket ($7,329), a backup camera system ($2,290), and an extra set of manuals ($274).

The contract, identified as Contract 760-A2, was executed on August 24, 2025, with a projected completion date of March 31, 2026. The equipment delivery is scheduled for January 21, 2026, approximately 150 days after order receipt. The purchase is notably tax-exempt under Texas Tax Code, Section 151.309(4), and appears to be focused on enhancing TxDOT Fleet Operations' equipment capabilities, with the Paris District serving as the primary point of contact through representative Billy Kennedy.