Description
The Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) is seeking low‑frequency RFID stick readers for livestock applications. Vendors must submit a sealed bid by 2:00 PM CST on 3 December 2026 for a single‑source purchase of complete RFID units (including charger, case, cables, and a two‑year warranty). The contract value is estimated at $41,000 and the award is expected in December 2026. Delivery is FOB destination to the TAHC office in Austin, with freight prepaid and payment within 30 days of satisfactory delivery.
• Product: Low‑frequency RFID stick reader, rugged case, USB/Bluetooth/WLAN, IP67, 10‑inch read range, 250 k record storage, 10‑12 hour battery, 2‑year warranty.
• Quantity: 37 units (as shown in the bid form).
• Delivery: Must be made to 2105 Kramer Lane, Austin, TX 78758, Monday‑Friday 8 am‑4 pm; vendor unloads items.
• Submission: One original sealed envelope, labeled per IFB instructions; electronic/fax bids not accepted.
• Key dates: Questions due 12 Nov 2026, response by TAHC 16 Nov 2026, bid deadline 3 Dec 2026, award Dec 2026.
• Evaluation: Lowest total price or best combination per state procurement rules.