Opportunity
Texas DIR/ESBD #5510001145
TDA Solicits Replacement and Installation of Shawbox or Equivalent Hoists at Giddings Metrology Laboratory
Posted
July 27, 2026
Respond By
August 24, 2026
Identifier
5510001145
NAICS
238290
The Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) is seeking bids for the replacement and installation of hoists at the Giddings Metrology Laboratory. - Government Buyer: - Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA), Purchasing and Contracting Office - OEMs and Vendors: - Shawbox (Original Equipment Manufacturer referenced for hoists) - Equivalent products from other manufacturers are permitted - Products/Services Requested: - Two (2) 800 Series Shawbox or equivalent electric wire rope hoists with trolleys - Minimum 3 ton capacity, dual speed, 460 VAC, overload protection, heavy-duty motor, pushbutton control - Includes two (2) trolleys: Primary trolley (25 ft span, 18 ft lift), Secondary trolley (14 ft span, 18 ft lift) - Turnkey removal of two existing 700 series Shawbox hoists and trolleys - Installation of new hoists and motorized trolleys - Load testing of installed equipment - Minimum one-year warranty with maintenance services and response time commitments - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Bidders may propose equivalent products to the Shawbox 800 series - Compliance with Texas state procurement laws and HUB subcontracting goals - Bidders must not have DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) policies or practices, per recent executive orders - Submission of DEI compliance form and, if applicable, a State of Texas Subcontracting Plan - Contract term runs through August 31, 2027
Description
The Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) is soliciting bids for the installation of two 800 series Shawbox Series hoists or equivalent, replacing the existing two 700 series Shawbox hoists. The equipment is to be delivered and installed at the Giddings Metrology Laboratory in Giddings, Texas. The project aims to obtain the best value equipment and services for TDA and the State of Texas. Qualified bidders must have dual CTCD/CTCM certification and submit responses by August 24, 2026, at 3:00 PM.