Contract 26245608

Sam Houston State University, 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 Texas Contract 863-C1, was awarded on April 27, 2026, with a period of performance extending through June 30, 2027. The prime contractor, headquartered at 200 4th Avenue South, Nashville, Tennessee, will supply goods to Sam Houston State University in Texas. The cumulative contract value is $640, with the initial purchase order (PO No. 26245608) reflecting a unit price of $640.92 for one tire.

The procurement was executed as an offline sale purchase order under National Institute of Governmental Purchasing Code 86305. Sam Houston State University asserted an exemption from federal excise taxes and claimed a state and city sales tax exemption certificate under Texas Tax Code Section 151.309(4), confirming that the tangible personal property is being purchased for the exclusive use of the State of Texas or a Texas political subdivision. This term contract structure allows for additional tire purchases throughout the contract period at established pricing.