Clamp bus support 5 in BHC for 4 in IPS alum tubing

The City of Austin, Texas is requesting quotations for clamp bus supports (5-inch bus head clamp for 4-inch IPS aluminum tubing) under IFQ 1100 CPG1089, with quotes due October 14, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. The solicitation follows a tiered vendor approach: initial notices are sent to certified SBE or M/WBE vendors; if adequate quotes are not received, the solicitation is posted online and circulated to all registered vendors.

The scope is 100 units (estimated quantity) of clamp bus supports. Approved manufacturers include Alcoa Conduct, Burndy, Dossert, Homac, HPS, Penn Union, and Sefcor, each with specified part numbers. Offerors may submit pricing for an approved manufacturer part number or propose an alternative manufacturer and part number. All pricing must be submitted on the provided price sheet, FOB Destination, with handling, shipping, and all freight charges included in the unit price. The City of Austin is exempt from federal excise tax and state sales tax; tax must not be included in quoted prices.

Delivery may be arranged through a common carrier identified by the vendor or through vendor delivery. If shipment is made by common carrier, workers' compensation, employee liability, and business automobile liability insurance requirements are waived. Payment is due within thirty days of receipt of properly documented invoices, contingent upon satisfactory delivery.

The City reserves the right to award to the lowest responsive bidder meeting minimum requirements and to terminate the contract at any time for any reason. Contractors must comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including wage theft ordinance requirements and ERCOT critical infrastructure protections. Contact Christopher Gorski at christopher.gorski@austintexas.gov or 512-978-1527 for questions.