Description
The University of Washington is seeking a qualified vendor to supply two identical, heavy‑duty powered reel stands that meet strict marine and environmental specifications for use at the South TOTO Acoustic Measurement Facility. The stands must support a combined load of 22 tons, provide adjustable back‑tension up to 1,000 lb, offer controlled payout/inward speed of 1–2 ft /s, and include hydraulic power interfaces, robust coating systems, and full load‑testing documentation. Delivery is required by July 24 2026, with full technical and quality‑assurance documentation required at shipment.
• Load capacity: 22 tons (combined reel‑plus‑cable) with back‑tension 0‑1,000 lb.
• Environmental durability: -10 °C to +55 °C, 100 % humidity, corrosion‑resistant coating (paint or powder‑coat).
• Required documentation: QA plan, production drawings, welder qualifications, test reports, as‑built data, photographs, traceability matrix, and certificates of conformance.
• Procurement timeline: Questions due May 8 2026; final bid due May 20 2026; delivery by July 24 2026.
• Contract type: Fixed‑price, firm‑price quotation with no advance payments; Net 30 payment terms after acceptance.