Dept. Of Agriculture - Auburn Lab - Crane Inspection

The Department of Agriculture and Industries is requesting quotes for an annual crane inspection at the Thompson-Bishop Sparks State Diagnostic Laboratory in Auburn, Alabama, with quotes due September 9, 2026. The inspection must be completed by a TC/American authorized service provider—a sole-source authorization requirement that filters eligibility.

The inspection scope covers runway and support steel, bolt and fastener tightness, lubrication of gearing, wire rope and bottom blocks, limit switch operation, pushbutton stations, electrical connections, and electrical components and brakes at 890 Simms Road, Auburn, Alabama. The service period runs October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027.

Pricing is quoted on a line-item basis for service labor, manlift rental, travel time, and mileage. The total contract cost cannot exceed $25,000, including any annual renewals, with a maximum contract term of five years from the effective date. Price increases during contract performance are permitted only with written approval from both parties and cannot exceed 5 percent of annual contract cost or industry-specific price index increases.

Suppliers must be registered in Alabama Buys and submit responses electronically through the platform. Quotations must include manufacturer authorization and certificates of insurance. All suppliers must certify compliance with Alabama sales tax requirements, E-Verify enrollment verification for employees working in Alabama, non-collusion affirmation, and the Beason-Hammon Alabama Taxpayer and Citizen Protection Act. The State reserves the right to conduct cost realism and price reasonableness analysis. Contact Gary Lovelady at (334) 240-7149 or the Alabama Buys helpdesk at (334) 353-0700 for questions or submission assistance.