Replace Vehicle Lifts at TSTC Waco Automotive Technology Purpose Texas State Technical College (TSTC) is seeking a turnkey proposal to replace the aging vehicle lifts located in the Kultgen Automotive Center at the TSTC Waco campus.

Respondents must submit proposals for the following Scope of Work which specifies minimum requirements for the supplier to meet. Any additions to or differences from the minimum requirements for the Scope of

Work requested shall be clearly identified in the proposal response.

Scope of Work This project consists of three phases. Respondents must provide pricing for all three phases. The phases will be delivered consecutively.

I. Phase 1: Deinstallation of 12 two-post lifts and 3 in-ground lifts

A. Deinstall 12 two-post automotive lifts.

B. Remove lifts from power and air connections as needed.

C. Patch and level concrete as necessary.

D. Deinstall 3 in-ground lifts.

E. Drain fluid from tanks.

F. Palletize or discard decommissioned lifts as directed by the TSTC Project Manager (scrap vs. surplus). TSTC will provide scrap receptacles on-site.

II. Phase 2: Installation of New Vehicle Lifts

A. Provide and install thirteen (13) new Challenger VLE10 2-post above-ground automotive lifts in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications.

B. Connect the lifts to required utilities.

C. Test and confirm functionality in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications.

D. Repair/patch any holes in the concrete floor of bays after deinstallation and installation of lifts.

E. Suppliers will dispose of all packaging materials from the new lifts.

F. Supplier will provide all labor, tools, consumables, equipment, and materials necessary to support the turnkey project.

G.Suppliers will include all shipping/freight fees in the proposal.

III. Phase 3: Relocation and Reinstallation of Existing Lifts

A. Deinstall one (1) 4-post lift and one (1) 2-post lift from their current locations.

B. Relocate and reinstall the 4-post lift from Bay 8 to Bay 32 located in the Kultgen Automotive Center, including connection to required utilities, and test and verify functionality.

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D. Relocate one (1) 2-post lift from Bay 7 to Bay 27/28, including connection to required utilities. Supplier shall test and confirm functionality upon completion.

E. The supplier will provide any new bolts and other items required for reinstallation.

F. Patch and level concrete as necessary.

Turnkey Project Requirements

● Proposal pricing must include all labor, equipment, materials, consumables, shipping/freight, disposal, installation, testing, and other costs necessary to complete the project.

● Supplier shall perform the work in accordance with applicable manufacturer specifications.

● Supplier shall identify the manufacturer's warranty and any applicable labor warranty for the new lifts.

Replace Vehicle Lifts at TSTC Waco Automotive Technology

● Supplier shall provide operator/user training for the newly installed lifts upon completion, if applicable to the manufacturer's requirements.

Requirements for Proposal

Criterion One: Pricing

Provide complete, itemized pricing for all three phases of the project. Pricing should identify costs for labor, materials, equipment, shipping/delivery, installation, deinstallation, relocation, and any other costs associated with completing the project. Clearly identify any optional costs, exclusions, or assumptions.

Criterion Two: Project Approach

Describe your approach to completing the project, including the implementation plan, coordination and communication with TSTC, installation and deinstallation methods, relocation of existing equipment, service and warranty support, and how you will minimize disruption to TSTC operations.

Criterion Three: Lead Time & Project Timeline

Provide the expected lead time for delivery of the new lifts and a proposed project schedule from award/Notice to Proceed through completion. The schedule should identify key milestones, including delivery, deinstallation, installation, relocation, testing, and final project completion. TSTC’s preferred project performance window is during the student winter break, December 21 through January 10; however, TSTC is open to alternative schedules based on lead time and availability of the vehicle lifts.

Evaluation Criteria The evaluation of the Proposals shall be based on the requirements described in this RFP. All properly submitted Proposals will be reviewed, evaluated, and ranked by TSTC in accordance with the evaluation criteria set forth below:

Criteria to be Evaluated Points

Pricing 50

Project Approach 30

Lead Time & Project Timeline 20