ABIA Access Control Point Gate Replacements with Openers and Controls

The Texas Military Department is seeking a contractor for the ABIA Access Control Point Gate Replacements with Openers and Controls project located at the Austin Bergstrom International Airport Armed Forces Reserve Center. The solicitation requires replacing two existing access control point gates, including removing and replacing SlideDriver gate openers, installing new linear keypads, replacing manual push buttons, and installing safety loops with comprehensive testing. Mandatory site visits are scheduled for 08/12/2025 and 08/13/2025 from 10:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M., with attendance required for bid eligibility. Bid responses are due by 2:00 P.M. CT on 08/22/2025, with project completion required within 30 days of contract award. Contractors must demonstrate a minimum of three years of commercial experience in access control gate repair and replacement, hold an authorized Hy-Security SlideDriver provider status, and maintain 24/7 response capabilities. The procurement will follow a best value standard with pricing as a key evaluation criterion, requiring a firm fixed price response that includes installation, materials, and labor costs.

The contract does not specify specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Contractors must provide comprehensive insurance coverage, including commercial general liability, workers' compensation, automobile liability, and umbrella/excess liability. The successful vendor will be required to provide a one-year warranty on workmanship and materials, with a two-hour response time for warranty calls and five business days to replace defective products. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated in the documents, the procurement involves specialized security infrastructure replacement at a military facility. The project covers the removal and replacement of existing gate access control systems at the Armed Forces Reserve Center, with potential integration requirements for existing infrastructure. Prospective bidders will need to complete various administrative forms, including a Direct Deposit Authorization Form and an Application for Texas Identification Number, to be considered for the contract.