Austin Afo #IFB 7800 MAS1013

Austin seeks inspection and certification services for aerial devices and ground ladders across multiple OEMs

The City of Austin is seeking a contractor to provide annual and as-needed inspection, testing, and certification services for its fleet of aerial devices and ground ladders. - Government Buyer: - City of Austin, Fleet Mobility Services and various departments - OEMs and Vendors Mentioned: - JLG, Genie, Pierce Manufacturing, Spartan, Doosan, Haulotte, Broderson, Altec, Peterbilt, Ford, Dodge, RAM, International, Freightliner, Isuzu, MEC, Anderson, Strato-Lift, Manitex, Terex, Effer, BuiltRite, Versalift - Products/Services Requested: - Non-destructive inspection, testing, and certification of aerial devices (fire trucks, forklifts, man lifts, cranes, bucket trucks, boom lifts, scissor lifts, telehandlers, derrick diggers, grapple trucks, and more) - Inspection and certification of approximately 7,200 linear feet of ground ladders - Detailed inventory includes over 100 units across multiple departments, with specific models and part numbers (e.g., JLG T350, Genie GS-1930, Pierce Velocity 105' Aerial Ladder, Freightliner M2106, Altec AT37GW, Ford F550 Versalift) - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Contractor must have at least five years' relevant experience and employ at least one certified NDT Level II technician (ASME, ASNT, OSHA standards) - Compliance with City living wage program ($22.15/hr minimum), wage theft ordinance, and emergency prioritization contingency plans - No MBE/WBE subcontracting goals due to limited opportunities, but small business participation is encouraged - Services to be performed at designated City fleet service centers - Insurance and certification requirements specified - Inventory covers a wide range of equipment from multiple OEMs, requiring broad technical expertise - Services requested focus on safety, operational certification, and compliance with industry standards for lifting and ladder equipment.

Description

The City of Austin seeks to establish a contract with a qualified contractor to provide annual and as-needed inspections, testing, and certifications for aerial devices and ground ladders. The City operates various makes and models of aerial devices including ladder fire trucks, forklifts, aerial man lifts, and other lifting devices, as well as approximately 7200 linear feet of ground ladders. Testing will take place on City property at designated fleet service centers. The solicitation requires insurance and includes multiple attachments and bid documents. The deadline for responses is October 22, 2026, at 2:00 PM.

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