Tires and Tubes

The State of Texas, Department of Public Safety (Agency 405), awarded a term contract to Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations, LLC for the supply of tires and tubes. The contract, designated as Term 26207338, was awarded on November 10, 2025, with a period of performance extending through June 30, 2027. The prime contractor, Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations, LLC, is headquartered at 200 4th Avenue South, Nashville, Tennessee. The initial purchase order (PO No. 26207338) reflects a cumulative value of $311.60 for one tire unit at a unit price of $311.60, sourced under National Institute of Governmental Purchasing Code 86305.

The contract represents a term purchasing arrangement whereby the Department of Public Safety may procure tires and related products from the awarded contractor throughout the contract period. The State of Texas claims exemption from all federal excise taxes and state and local sales taxes under Texas Tax Code Section 151.309(4) based on the exclusive use of materials by a state agency. The award was authorized by Bobby Pounds of the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts Statewide Procurement Division on November 10, 2025.