Pressure probe for LM6000

The City of Austin Purchasing Office is conducting an Invitation for Quotation (IFQ) to procure two units of a Pressure Probe for LM6000 systems, specifically General Electric part number 1797M98P01. This procurement seeks qualified vendors to supply pressure probe components meeting City of Austin specifications for delivery to the Austin Energy-Sand Hill Energy Center located at 1101 Fallwell Lane, Del Valle, Texas 78617. Respondents must submit a completed Price Sheet and signed Offer Sheet, along with materials specifications and descriptive literature for any non-referenced products to demonstrate conformance with City specifications. All quotes must be submitted on an FOB Destination basis with freight charges and all handling and shipping costs included in the item pricing, with the City of Austin exempt from federal excise tax and state sales tax. The solicitation follows a tiered distribution process, initially sent to certified HUBS and M/WBE vendors through the State of Texas and City, and if adequate quotes are not received, the opportunity is posted online at Austin Finance Online and distributed to all vendors registered for applicable commodity codes. The bid due date is February 4, 2026, at 2:00 PM, with quotes to be submitted via email to Bailie Shotwell at Bailie.Shotwell@AustinTexas.gov. Award will be made to the lowest responsive offer meeting any stated minimum qualifications, and payment is provided within thirty days of receipt of properly documented invoices, contingent upon delivery of conforming goods to the City's satisfaction.

The City of Austin's solicitation process prioritizes certified HUBS and M/WBE vendors in the initial phase, demonstrating a commitment to supporting disadvantaged enterprises and diverse business participation. Contractors must comply with all City of Austin ordinances and requirements, including non-discrimination certifications, wage theft certifications, proof of adequate insurance coverage, and non-debarment status certification, as well as compliance with the Lone Star Infrastructure Protection Act regarding critical electrical grid equipment if applicable. Offerors have the option to elect either common carrier shipment or vendor delivery; if common carrier is used, workers compensation, employee liability, and business automobile liability insurance requirements do not apply. No specific incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the solicitation documents. The City of Austin notes that the quantities listed (two units) are estimates only and does not guarantee purchase of the stated amount. No explicit budget range or award value is provided in the available documentation; pricing will be determined through the competitive quotation process based on vendor submissions.