# Austin Afo #IFB 5000 JRN1043

City of Austin Solicits Bids for Rental and Purchase of Onsite Storage and Office Units

**Posted:** September 14, 2026
**Respond By:** October 08, 2026
**Identifier:** IFB 5000 JRN1043
**NAICS:** 532490, 532420

The City of Austin is seeking bids for a contract to supply, deliver, and install onsite storage and office units for both rental and purchase, supporting multiple city departments.
- Government Buyer:
  - City of Austin, Central Procurement Office (Austin Financial Services)
- Products Requested:
  - Steel storage units in various sizes and configurations (open bay, deluxe, standard, combination, tri-door, extra wide, stackable, retractable wall)
  - Office units (ground level, mobile, Redi Plex, portable restroom units)
  - Estimated monthly rental quantities range from 1 to 33 units per type; annual purchase quantities range from 1 to 10 units per type
  - Additional related products with a maximum markup of 25% (estimated $100,000 annual spend)
- Services Requested:
  - Delivery, installation, maintenance, repair, and removal of units
  - Expedited delivery services for both rental and purchase (flat fee, 10 annual occurrences each)
- Unique/Notable Requirements:
  - Living wage provision (minimum $22.15/hour for contractor employees)
  - Compliance with safety and regulatory standards (TDLR, ADA, IHB)
  - Insurance requirements
  - Optional preferences for small and local businesses
  - Expedited services available 24/7 with rapid response times
- No specific OEMs or vendors are named; solicitation is open to all qualified bidders

### Description

This solicitation is an Invitation For Bids (IFB) for the purchase and rental of mobile containers. The contract aims to provide and deliver onsite storage and office units, including open bay, deluxe, combination, and office units. All units must be delivered, installed, and ready for full use, complying with applicable safety and regulatory standards. The contract ensures timely and efficient delivery of these units to the City of Austin.

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