Compressor and Vacuum Maintenance and Repair

The City of Austin is requesting bids on maintenance and repair services for air compressors and vacuum systems at Austin Facilities Management and Austin Convention Center under IFB 7500 JRN1042, with bids due August 6, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. CT. Local and small business preferences apply: local businesses receive bid discounts of 5% for offers up to $500,000 and 3% for bids between $500,000 and $50 million; small businesses receive identical discounts; offers with Certified Small Business subcontractors totaling 5% or more of bid value receive 2% discounts for amounts up to $500,000 and 1% for bids exceeding $500,000.

The scope requires on-site preventative maintenance and repair services for compressors and vacuum systems, with potential expansion to additional City of Austin locations as needed. The contractor must be capable of providing field service at multiple locations throughout Austin.

The contract commences upon execution and continues until all obligations are performed, with optional extensions available at the City's sole discretion. Upon expiration of the initial term or any extension, the contractor must hold over under existing terms and conditions for up to 180 calendar days to allow the City to re-solicit or complete required deliverables. Price adjustments may be requested on the anniversary date of contract execution, limited to percentage changes in the Commercial Machinery Repair and Maintenance Index (PPI Series PCU8113108113107). The contractor is subject to the City's Living Wage Program and wage theft compliance requirements, and must complete wage theft training within 30 days of contract execution. All proper invoices will be paid within 30 calendar days of receipt. Written questions are due July 23, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. CT. Bids will be opened at 3:00 p.m. CT on August 6. No mandatory pre-bid conference or site visit is specified.