ESBD_391219_1736979905283_RFP-279.pdf

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Advanced Welding System at TSTC in Ft. Bend Advanced Welding System at TSTC in Ft. Bend

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Open 1/15/2025 4:00 PM CST Type Request for Proposal Close 2/6/2025 2:00 PM CST Number 279 Currency US Dollar

Sealed Until 2/6/2025 2:00 PM CST

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Contacts Catherine Lopez cslopez121749@tstc.edu

Phone +1 254-867-3734 ext. 13734

Glendoris Wynn garchie@tstc.edu

Phone +1 254-867-3757

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NIGP Commodity Code NIGP Commodity Code Description 99895 Welding Equipment, Sale of Surplus and Obsolete Items 89545 Welder, Gas Shielded Metal-Arc (MIG) and Specialized Accessories

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TSTC Background

Texas State Technical College ("TSTC") is a coeducational two-year institution of higher education offering courses of study in technical vocational education for which there is demand within the State of Texas.

TSTC is mandated to contribute to the educational and economic development of the State of Texas by offering occupationally oriented programs with supporting academic course work, emphasizing highly specialized advanced and emerging technical and vocational areas for certificates or associate degrees.

Our mission, “to place more Texans in great paying jobs,” drives our institution. TSTC is pushing the boundaries in education, making outcomes the driving metric of success. We currently have 11 campuses across the state, with another new campus recently approved by the State Legislature that should be built and operating in the next few years. For more information about TSTC, go to http://tstc.edu/about.

Purpose:

Texas State Technical College (TSTC) is issuing this RFP to procure and install two advanced welding systems, the i4 Resistance Spot Welding System (208-240V 50/60 Hz, 3-phase, 60A version) and the SP5 SMART MIG Welding System (208-240V, single-phase). These systems will enhance training capabilities in welding technologies and meet industry standards for student instruction.

Failure to submit a SIGNED Execution of Offer and HUB Subcontracting Plan could result in disqualification (please make sure forms are signed when document is uploaded). TSTC anticipates the contract to exceed $100,000 and will require that a HUB Subcontracting Plan be submitted. In the case that a HUB Subcontracting Plan is required, suppliers are not required to meet the State of Texas HUB goals. However, TSTC requires that all suppliers make a good faith effort in achieving those goals.

Please see "Buyer Attachments" tab for Scope of Service and Equipment List.

General Notes:

Q&A Board Message: If you have any questions concerning the project, please submit them through the Q&A Board. Note that once the Q&A session concludes, no further questions will be accepted. The Q&A Board is specifically for inquiries related to this project and is not intended for general questions about TSTC operations. Only suppliers interested in contracting with TSTC should use the Q&A Board. Suppliers not looking to respond to solicitations can direct their inquiries to the TSTC Records Management Officer.

For more details, please visit www.tstc.edu.

Confidentiality: If a supplier desires to submit information to TSTC which is considered as confidential, the supplier should mark the information "CONFIDENTIAL".

Uploading: Any issues uploading or submitting bids, suppliers must contact TSTC Sourcing Department at the moment that the issues occurred via email with screenshots. Failure to notify will affect any remedy that could have been applied.

Zero Balance: Please be aware that your submitted bid will show a zero balance.

Email Communication: To ensure that all email communication is received, suppliers must "safelist" procurementservices@sciquest.com. TSTC will not be responsible if emails are not received.

Technical Issues: For password reset or log-in assistance, contact JAGGAER at 1-800-233-1121, and select the following options:

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Prerequisites Required to Enter Bid

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1. Rsolution System Overview - "How To Navigate"

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Please upload your completed proposal in this designated section. Submitting your proposal through this section is crucial to ensure that it is properly reviewed and considered. It is important that all requirements are met for each section of your document. When addressing each criterion, title each section clearly to reflect the specific focus or requirement.

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Please make sure the form is signed when the document is uploaded. The undersigned, in submitting this Proposal and endorsement of same, represents that he/she is authorized to obligate his/her firm, that he/she is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate with regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability; that he/she will abide by all the policies and procedures of TSTC; and that he/she has read the entire RFP package, is aware of the covenants contained herein, and will abide by and adhere to the written requirements in ALL sections of the RFP. Failure to sign and submit this form with the proposal may result in rejection at TSTC’s discretion.

4. Please review and confirm the TSTC Non-Collusion statement.

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The undersigned FIRM, and each person signing on behalf of the FIRM, certifies under penalty of perjury that to the best of their knowledge and belief, no member of Texas State Technical College, nor any employee, or person whose salary is payable, in whole or in part, by Texas State Technical College, has a direct or indirect financial interest in the award of this Proposal, in the services to which this Proposal relates, or in any of the profits, real or potential, thereof, except as otherwise noted herein.

6. TSTC Historically Underutilized Business Submittal Requirements and Subcontracting Approval-Please review the Historically Underutilized Business Submittal Requirements.

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For a courtesy review, please submit your form to hub@tstc.edu at least 4 days before the solicitation due date. Failure to complete the form correctly could result in disqualification. Additionally, if TSTC determines that a supplier has not adhered to either Method A or B of the HSP Good Faith Effort in the HUB Subcontracting Plan, TSTC reserves the right to reject the response or require a revision of the submitted plan.

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HUB Subcontracting Plan- Required if bid is over $100,000. Failure to sign and submit the form, when required, will disqualify the respondent from bidding. **Please make sure form is signed when document is uploaded**[Contact hub@tstc.edu for any assistance on completing the form]

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If the undersigned Firm intends to deviate from the Specifications listed in this RFP document or Contract, all such deviations must be listed on this page, with complete and detailed conditions and information included or attached.

TSTC will consider any deviations in its RFP award decisions, and TSTC reserves the right to accept or reject any response based upon any deviations indicated below or in any attachments or inclusions.

In the absence of any deviation entry on this form, the Firm assures TSTC of his/her full compliance with the Terms and Conditions, Specifications, and all other information contained in this RFP document.

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Buyer Attachments

1. Scope of Service.pdf

2. Equipment List.pdf

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Questions Required Questions

Group 1.1: General Information Instructions:

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TSTC Solicitation Requirements: Any exceptions to terms, conditions, and requirements in the Scope of Service including the sample contract(s) specifically the Sample Goods Agreement (SEE LINK PROVIDED IN ATTACHED DOCUMENT), must be made in writing and listed on the Deviation/Compliance Signature Form in "Prerequisites" tab.

1.1.2 PAR: If Subcontracting will be obtained, suppliers must submit a Progress Assessment Report (PAR) form with each invoice. If no PAR is submitted with invoice, no payment will be issued. Any changes made to the HUB plan must be submitted to agency prior to the new subcontractor performing the work.

1.1.3 Provide contact information for the person responsible for submission of PAR Forms.

1.1.4 Are you an active registered Texas Historically Underutilized Business?

1.1.5 Are you a Minority Business Enterprise/Women Business Enterprise Supplier?

1.1.6 If you are not currently a HUB supplier and are interested in becoming one, please feel free to visit the link below for details on how to register as a Texas certified HUB supplier and apply for the Centralized Master Bidders List (CMBL). Participation is entirely optional. For more information, click here: https://comptroller.texas.gov/purchasing/vendor/hub/certification-process.php

Group 1.2: Payment and Delivery Information Instructions:

1.2.1 TSTC recommends Electronic Funds Transfers (EFT), including ACH, Wire Transfer, Virtual Card and Check as the preferred payment methods. Could you please share which payment method you are able to utilize? TSTC reserves the right to select a payment method that is the most efficient to process at time of payment.

1.2.2 A separate invoice is required for each location that a good or services is being provided. Additionally, coordination between TSTC staff and the supplier is essential prior to any delivery to ensure smooth processing (if applicable).

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