Tires and Tubes

Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations, LLC, a Nashville, Tennessee-based contractor, was awarded a term contract by Port Arthur Independent School District (ISD) in Texas to supply tires and related products. The contract, designated 26207767, was awarded on November 29, 2025, with a completion date of June 30, 2027. The initial purchase order (PO No. 26207767) reflects a transaction value of $262.92 for one tire unit procured under National Institute of Governmental Purchasing (NIGP) Code 86305. Delivery is scheduled to Port Arthur ISD's facility located at P.O. Box 1388, Port Arthur, Texas 77641.

The contract qualifies for state and local sales tax exemption under Texas Tax Code Section 151.309(4) as a purchase for the exclusive use of a Texas political subdivision. Port Arthur ISD is exempt from Federal Excise Taxes except as otherwise specified in the underlying contract terms. The term contract structure establishes an ongoing procurement relationship with Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations, LLC through June 30, 2027, allowing Port Arthur ISD to obtain tire products at the negotiated unit price of $262.92 per unit throughout the contract period.