RFID STICK READERS and TAG APPLICATORS

The Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) is conducting an Invitation for Bid (IFB) No. 554-26-001 for RFID stick readers and tag applicators used in livestock identification and tracking. The procurement seeks to acquire 56 RFID stick readers with chargers and cases (such as Agrident Stick Reader AWR300 or approved equal), 100 universal livestock tag applicators (like Allflex UTT3S or approved equal), 20 EID livestock tag applicators (example Allflex EID Ultra Retract-O-Matic or approved equal), and 24 AWR300 spare batteries. All equipment must be completely assembled and tested prior to delivery to the TAHC Central Office in Austin, Texas. Written questions about specifications are due by January 16, 2026, at 3:00 PM CST, with agency responses provided by January 21, 2026. Sealed bids must be received no later than February 3, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST, with an anticipated award date in February 2026. All products must include a minimum two-year warranty, and pricing shall be submitted on a per-unit and total-price basis, quoted as F.O.B. Destination with freight prepaid and included in the unit price.

The solicitation encourages participation from various vendor types, including those eligible for Texas preference programs such as Texas-based businesses, USA-produced supplies, and environmentally sensitive material providers. Vendors must complete a comprehensive Information and Certifications Form demonstrating compliance with numerous state and federal requirements, including HUB certification status, cybersecurity training, E-Verify system usage, and various ethical and legal certifications. Bidders must acknowledge compliance with Texas Government Code provisions, federal regulations, and state-specific requirements like franchise tax payments. The TAHC reserves the right to accept or reject any bids, waive minor irregularities, negotiate with qualified sources, or cancel the IFB. While no specific award value is mentioned, vendors should be prepared to provide competitive pricing for the specified equipment, with delivery expected after purchase order receipt and required between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM Monday through Friday. Payment will be processed within 30 days of satisfactory delivery and receipt of a correct itemized invoice.