MEGGER digiPHONE+2

The City of Austin, Texas is issuing an Invitation for Quotation (IFQ 1100 CPG1059) for the procurement of MEGGER digiPHONE+2 equipment. The solicitation, managed by Christopher Gorski in the City of Austin Purchasing Office, seeks pricing for one unit of the MEGGER digiPHONE+2 device as the primary line item, with provisions for two additional line items to be completed by offerors. All quotes must be submitted on the provided price sheet with unit prices and extended prices clearly indicated, including all handling, shipping charges, and discounts on an FOB Destination basis. Qualified vendors in Texas are eligible to respond, and all pricing must exclude federal excise and state sales taxes due to the City's tax-exempt status. The bid submission deadline is March 2, 2026, at 2:00 PM, with inquiries directed to Christopher Gorski at 512-978-1527 or christopher.gorski@austintexas.gov. Award will be made to the lowest offer meeting minimum qualifications, with the City retaining discretion to evaluate quotes by individual line items, categories, or aggregate price based on what best serves the City's needs. Contractors must carry Commercial General Liability insurance with minimum $500,000 per occurrence limits and Workers' Compensation coverage; these insurance requirements are waived if shipment is made by common carrier.

The IFQ process includes a priority notification phase targeting certified Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUBs) and Minority/Women-Owned Business Enterprises (M/WBEs) based on applicable commodity codes, with online posting at the City's Austin Finance Online website and distribution to all registered vendors if adequate quotes are not received from certified contractors. All contractors selected for award must complete the City of Austin Wage Theft Training within 30 days of contract award and provide proof of appropriate insurance coverage prior to performance commencement. Respondents must submit completed quote sheets and offer sheets with all standard City of Austin contract terms addressing non-discrimination certifications, wage theft compliance, non-debarment certifications, and compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Payment terms provide for payment within thirty days of receipt of properly documented invoices, contingent upon satisfactory delivery or performance of services. No specific budget range or award value is disclosed in the solicitation materials provided; pricing will be determined based on vendor quotes submitted in response to the IFQ.