Reservoir Temperature Profile Equipment

The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) is issuing an Invitation for Bid (IFB) on behalf of Travis County and the City of Austin for the procurement of Reservoir Temperature Profile Equipment. The TWDB is seeking bids for specific brand name and model number equipment, including In-Situ, Inc. Rugged Buoys, Level TROLL 400 sensors, cables, splitters, VuLink cellular devices, and warranty coverage. The total quantity of items requested is 78, with bid responses due by November 11, 2024, at 2:00 PM Central Time. A question and answer period is scheduled from November 6-8, 2024. Vendors must submit a complete bid package including a W-9 form and meet all other submission requirements to be considered for award. The IFB does not provide information about set-asides, incumbents, funding requirements, or contract terms and renewals. The contract is subject to termination or cancellation without penalty to TWDB, either in whole or in part, based on the availability of state funds. The contract will be governed by the laws of the State of Texas, with venue in Travis County. The respondent/contractor must comply with various certifications and affirmations, including provisions related to child support obligations, dealings with public servants, and restrictions on employment of former state officers and employees.

The IFB does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. No information is provided about any incumbent vendors or current contractors, and there are no details about existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The IFB does not include any listed award values or budget ranges.