Description
The University of Texas at Austin, on behalf of its Applied Research Laboratories, is soliciting competitive bids for the procurement of a high‑performance winch (HPU Winch) and associated lift equipment for boat applications. The bid package is hosted on the university’s Bonfire procurement portal and includes a required pricing and delivery schedule form, a detailed bid table, and various compliance and subcontracting documents. Bidders must submit all required files by the deadline, respond to any mandatory questions within the specified question period, and certify acceptance of the university’s terms and conditions. This opportunity is suited for manufacturers or distributors of industrial winches, marine lift equipment, or related mechanical systems.
• NIGP commodity 12097 – Winches and Lifts, Boat (including windlasses)
• Estimated contract value: $613,000
• Mandatory submission of pricing, delivery schedule, and compliance forms
• Question period: 10/14/2026 – 10/21/2026 (CDT)
• Final bid deadline: 10/29/2026 2:30 PM CDT
• Delivery timeline and fee disclosures required in the bid
• Submission via the Euna Procurement portal (Bonfire) only