Description
The University of Washington is seeking a qualified firm to supply two identical high‑capacity powered reel stands for the Applied Physics Laboratory. The equipment must handle 22‑ton loads, provide back‑tension and powered payout/pull‑in up to 2 ft/s, meet stringent hydraulic, welding, coating, and dynamic‑load specifications, and be delivered by July 24 2026. The solicitation is an RFQQ (Request for Quote and Qualifications) with a firm‑fixed‑price requirement and a 180‑day proposal validity period.
• Supply two custom‑engineered powered reel stands (including full control panel and handheld pendant).
• Meet mechanical specs: 22‑ton load capacity, 1,000 lb back‑tension, 1–2 ft/s speed, 8 ft × 20 ft footprint, 22‑ton combined weight, ABS dynamic‑load criteria.
• Provide full documentation (QA plan, welding qualifications, as‑built drawings, test reports) and comply with UW’s extensive contractual, warranty, and public‑record requirements.