Opportunity
Texas DIR/ESBD #721-26103
McDonald Observatory Interpretive Exhibit Design, Fabrication, and Installation Solicitation
Posted
September 14, 2026
Respond By
October 09, 2026
Identifier
721-26103
NAICS
541410, 541490, 541310
The University of Texas at Austin is seeking vendors to design, fabricate, and install a new interpretive exhibit at the McDonald Observatory. - Government Buyer: - University of Texas at Austin, McDonald Observatory - Scope of Work: - Conceptual development of interpretive exhibits - Preparation of drawings and materials - Fabrication or procurement of exhibit materials - Installation of completed exhibits at the observatory - Products/Services Requested: - Interpretive exhibit materials (fabrication or procurement) - Conceptual development services - Drawing and material preparation services - Installation services - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Notable Requirements: - Vendors must submit detailed price schedules and qualifications - Compliance with submission instructions and acknowledgment of all addenda - Ability to accept payment under the SUA Program - Solicitation classified under NIGP codes 71530, 90652, and 95836 - Procurement managed through Texas SmartBuy system
Description
The University of Texas at Austin McDonald Observatory is soliciting responses from qualified vendors to perform work including conceptual development, preparation of drawings and other materials, fabrication or procurement of interpretive exhibits, and installation of completed exhibits at McDonald Observatory. The solicitation involves detailed scope of work as described in Section 4.5 of the Request for Proposal. Vendors are encouraged to review submission instructions and comply with the requirements for proposal submission. The procurement is managed through the Texas SmartBuy system.