Summary
The University of Texas at Austin seeks proposals to replace the elevator control and drive systems for three hydraulic passenger elevators in the Bureau of Economic Geology (BEG) building, modernizing controls, hydraulic power units, cabs, doors, wiring, and safety systems. The work includes non-proprietary hydraulic controllers, new hydraulic jacks and power units, new car and hall fixtures, increased car speed to 200 FPM, battery rescue units, and compliance with ASME A17.1 standards. The solicitation was posted 2026-06-22 and proposals are due 2026-07-31, with an estimated construction schedule of about 12 weeks per elevator.