Telescopic Boom Excavators

The Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts (CPA) has issued Invitation for Bid (IFB) No. 304T-25-760A2 for Telescopic Boom Excavators, targeting the Texas Department of Transportation and other potential state agencies. The procurement seeks multiple classes of carrier-mounted excavating and grading machines, specifically Light Duty, Class I, and Class III excavators with hydraulic telescoping booms mounted on truck carriers. These machines are designed for digging, lifting, and dumping operations, with comprehensive technical specifications covering truck carrier characteristics, engine performance, hydraulic systems, safety features, and optional attachments like specialized buckets and grapple systems. The bid requires vendors to provide detailed documentation including manufacturer's manuals, technical data sheets, and complete warranty information, with mandatory minimum warranty coverage of 12 months or 1,200 hours. The solicitation response is due on April 17, 2025, at 1:30 pm Central Time in Austin, TX, with an initial contract term from April 1, 2025, through March 31, 2026, and potential renewal options extending the contract up to five years. Evaluation will be conducted on a best value basis, potentially allowing different line items to be awarded to different vendors across highway districts.

The procurement includes a significant Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) component, with a 21.1% HUB utilization goal for commodities contracts, requiring all respondents to complete a HUB Subcontracting Plan. Vendors must provide comprehensive insurance coverage and demonstrate compliance with state regulations, including notices to Texas-certified HUB businesses and trade organizations. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the mandatory price sheet indicates pricing for base units and numerous optional accessories across 25 Texas highway districts, with vendors required to bid 100% of options for Light Duty and Class III vehicles and at least 75% for Class I vehicles. An administrative fee of 1.5% will be charged on purchases through Texas SmartBuy, and pricing can include potential annual adjustments based on the Producer Price Index for Construction Machinery and Equipment. Pricing must be firm and all-inclusive, with potential for annual price adjustments, and the state reserves the right to award contracts to multiple vendors based on their specific capabilities and district coverage.