Tires and Tubes

The Port of Houston Authority, a Texas political subdivision, awarded a term contract to Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations, LLC for the procurement of tires and tubes. The contract, designated as Term 26189485, was awarded on October 29, 2025, and extends through June 30, 2027. The initial purchase order (PO No. 26189485) reflects a transaction value of $722.94 for one tire unit procured under National Institute of Governmental Purchasing Code 86307. The contractor, based in Nashville, Tennessee, will deliver the specified tire to the Port of Houston Authority's location in Houston, Texas.

Under this term contract arrangement, the Port of Houston Authority has established a framework agreement with Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations, LLC for tire procurement throughout the contract performance period. The transaction is exempt from state and local sales taxes under Texas Tax Code Section 151.309(4), as the property is being acquired for exclusive use by a Texas political subdivision. The contract structure allows for additional tire purchases throughout the term at negotiated pricing, with the initial cumulative value documented at $722.94 pending further utilization by the Port of Houston Authority.