ESBD_370920_1722896537891_802-24-49031-B_Boat Motor Trailer.pdf

INVITATION FOR BID

SEND INVOICE TO: RETURN BIDS TO BIDDER MUST SIGN BELOW

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department ATTN: Accounts Payable 4200 Smith School Road Austin, Texas 78744

Purchasing.BidBox@tpwd.texas.gov, or return to:

TPWD - Purchasing and Contracting

4200 Smith School Road Austin, Texas 78744

BID OPENING 2:00 PM August 19, 2024

REQUISITION NO. 802-24-49031-B

Page _1______

Of ___33_______

By signing this bid, bidder certifies that if a Texas address is shown as the address of the bidder, bidder qualifies as a Texas bidder as defined in Title 34 TAC Rule 20.32(68).

FAILURE TO MANUALLY SIGN THE BID ABOVE WILL DISQUALIFY BID.

AWARD NOTICE: The State reserves the right to make an award on the basis of low line item bid, low total of line items, or in any other combination that will serve the best interest of the State and to reject any and all bid items in the sole discretion of the State.

Item Description Class/Item 120-23, 120-63, 120-90 Quantity Unit of Measure Unit Price

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is seeking to purchase one (1) 24’ (foot) Aluminum Boat, one (1) 150 HP (Horsepower) Four-Stroke Outboard Motor, and one (1) Boat Trailer as per the attached specifications dated August 2024.

NOTE: One boat, motor, and trailer package (with requested accessories) shall be delivered fully assembled as single units. However, for property reporting purposes, TPWD requires line-item cost for each item.

1.

Twenty Four foot (24’) Aluminum Boat:

Example: 2024 Sea Ark Shadow 24V – Elite, 2024 Borel 2472 Modified V, or TPWD approved equivalent.

Specify Make/Model ________________________

Specify Warranty ___________________________

Delivery in ___________Calendar Days After Receipt of Order.

Each

AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE DATE

SHOW BID OPENING

DATE AND REQUISITION

NUMBER ON SEALED BID

ENVELOPE AND SHOW

RETURN ADDRESS OF FIRM

BIDDER AGREES TO

COMPLY WITH ALL

CONDITIONS OF THIS BID.

BID F.O.B. AGENCY RECEIVING ROOM

UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED BELOW

DESTINATION IF DIFFERENT THAN ABOVE

Texas Parks and Wildlife – Inland Fisheries 12861 Galm Rd. #7 San Antonio, TX 78254

See instructions for Texas ID Number in General Terms & Conditions Bidder Must Fill in

TEXAS ID NUMBER

Name of Firm Street Address City–State-Zip Telephone No.

Email address

FAILURE TO

MANUALLY

SIGN WILL

DISQUALIFY BID

mailto:Purchasing.BidBox@tpwd.texas.gov

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2.

150 Horsepower (HP) Four-Stroke Outboard Motor for

ALUMINUM BOAT:

Example: 2024 Mercury 150 HP Four Stroke, Yamaha 150 HP Inline 4 or TPWD approved equivalent.

Specify Make/Model_________________________

3.

Boat Trailer:

Example:2024 Magic Tilt TMCV2224-7020 H78X15D, 2024 EZ Loader T102BT 23-25 5700 or TPWD approved equivalent

Specify Make/Model_________________________

Offered by a Historically Underutilized Business certified by CPA.

PREFERENCES

See Appendix 22 of the State of Texas Procurement and Contract Management Guide regarding preferences.

Check below to claim a preference under Title 34 TAC Rule 20.38

□ Goods produced or offered by a Texas bidder that is owned by a Texas resident service-disabled veteran

□ Goods produced in Texas or offered by a Texas bidder that is not owned by a Texas resident service-disabled veteran

□ Agricultural products grown in Texas

□ Agricultural products offered by a Texas bidder

□ Services offered by a Texas bidder that is owned by a Texas resident service-disabled veteran

□ Services offered by a Texas bidder that is not owned by a Texas resident service disabled veteran

□ Texas Vegetation Native to the Region

□ USA produced supplies, materials or equipment

□ Products of persons with mental or physical disabilities

□ Products made of recycled, remanufactured, or environmentally sensitive materials including recycled steel

□ Energy Efficient Products

□ Rubberized asphalt paving material

□ Recycled motor oil and lubricants

□ Products produced at facilities located on formerly contaminated property

□ Products and services from economically depressed or blighted areas

□ Vendors that meet or exceed air quality standards

□ Recycled or Reused Computer Equipment of Other Manufacturers

□ Foods of Higher Nutritional Value

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT PURCHASER:

Synthia De Hoyos - PHONE 512-389-4510 Email: Purchasing.BidBox@tpwd.texas.gov

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Solicitation 802-24-49031-B Specifications for Aluminum Boat, Motor, Trailer Package

1) INTRODUCTION: Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is seeking to purchase one (1) 24’ (foot)

Aluminum Boat, one (1) 150 HP (Horsepower) Four-Stroke Outboard Motor, and one (1) Boat Trailer as per the following specifications dated August 2024.

2) TERM OF CONTRACT: Contract shall commence upon the issuance of a contract by TPWD and automatically expire upon the delivery date agreed upon and final acceptance by TPWD.

3) SPECIFICATIONS SHALL MEET OR EXCEED THE FOLLOWING:

a) Line 1 – Twenty Four foot (24’) Aluminum Boat. TPWD will accept custom built or modified from existing models.

i) Examples: 2024 Sea Ark Shadow 24V – Elite, 2024 Borel 2472 Modified V, or TPWD approved equivalent.

ii) Color: Exterior - Sharkskin (Gray) or TPWD approved color

iii) Interior: all interior surfaces (floor, deck, sides) to be covered with a spray-on liner or vinyl liner

– color to match exterior paint or TPWD approved color

iv) Hull Material:

(1) Aluminum

(2) Material Gauge: 0.125-guage marine grade, minimum

(3) 15° All-Welded V Hull

v) Hull:

(1) Hull Length: Approximately 24-Feet

(2) Hull Side Height: Minimum 26-Inches

(3) Hull Beam: Approximately 94-Inches

(4) Hull Bottom: Approximately 72-Inches

(5) Rib Size: Approximately 3-Inch top and 3 ½-Inch bottom

(6) Number of ribs shall be adequate for make/model of boat to provide boat stability

vi) Require oversized Rib Doublers to reinforce center of boat

vii) Require Keel structural beam that runs in the middle of the boat from bow to stern providing stability

viii) Keel Size: Approximately 3/16-Inch

ix) Traditional gunnel, painted the same color as hull, side and bottom

x) Bow Deck: Low profile bow deck required, approximately 45” bow to stern and 90” side to side

xi) Fuel:

(1) Fuel type: gasoline

(2) Approximately 36-Gallon built-in fuel tank

(3) Fuel tank location: under the floor

xii) Console:

(1) Placement: Center Console with dry storage in front of console

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(2) Material: Fiberglass

(3) Console Size: Fiberglass - 37.5” long, 28” wide, and 35.5” tall.

(4) Console shall include windshield and grab rail adequate height for standing behind the console

(5) Console Wiring / Instrument Panel: To be included with Analog gauges

(6) Console Control Box to include:

a. Required built in housing and all rigging with center console throttle controls.

b. Horn

c. Safety Kill Switch

d. 12-Volt Accessory Outlet

e. Trim Gauge

f. Oil Pressure Gauge

g. Speedometer

h. Tach/RPM Guage

i. Fuel Guage

j. Courtesy Light

k. Switch Panel Module

l. Key Switch Panel

m. Bilge Pump Switch

xiii) Seats:

(1) Number of Seats: three (3)

(2) Material: Vinyl

(3) Color: Gray

(4) Leaning Post for Driver seat

(5) Two 24” Fold down bench seats on each side of the leaning post on stern bench seat box

(6) Two fold-down fishing seats on pedestals for bow and stern

xiv) Steering:

(1) Hydraulic Steering required

(2) 13-Inch Stainless Steel Steering wheel with Knob required

xv) Horsepower Rating:

(1) 150 Horsepower minimum

(2) 250 Horsepower maximum

xvi) Transom:

(1) Height: 25-inches, minimum

(2) Material: aluminum, no wood material will be accepted

xvii) Flooring:

(1) Flooring type: minimum of .125 gauge aluminum treadplate floor required

(2) Floor to have spray-on liner or vinyl lining

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(3) Color of flooring to match Hull color or TPWD approved color

xviii) Weight Capacity: Max weight capacity at least 2500 pounds to accommodate equipment and people

xix) Electrical:

(1) Shall include full rigging compatible with engine and center console

(2) Light Emitting Diode (LED) running and anchor lights to meet or exceed US Coast Guard requirements

(3) Navigation lights (red/green bow lights to be side mounted)

(4) Complete electrical package with 6-gauge wiring

xx) Shall include Two (2) Group 27 12-volt heavy-duty starting batteries. Batteries to include two (2) battery boxes.

xxi) Boat shall be pre-rigged for 150 HP 4-stoke Outboard Motor with appropriate length throttle, shift cables, and wiring harness

xxii) Built in floatation (boat) is required

xxiii) Accessories to be included:

(1) Fire Extinguisher

(2) Bilge Pump (auto-switch)

xxiv) Note: Must meet Federal and State laws governing boat safety, including United States

Coast Guard (USCG) flotation requirements.

b) Line 2 - 150 Horsepower (HP) Four-Stroke Outboard Motor for Aluminum Boat:

i) Examples: 2024 Mercury 150 HP Four-Stroke, Yamaha 150 HP Inline 4 or TPWD approved equivalent.

ii) Horsepower (HP): 150

iii) Engine Type: Inline Four (4)

iv) Bore and Stroke: 102 x 92 mm (millimeter) – 96 x 96.2 mm (millimeter)

v) Oil Capacity: 4.5 L (Liter) – 6.0 L (Liter)

vi) Displacement: 2.7 L – 3.0 L

vii) Shaft Length: 25-inch shaft required

viii) Shall include hydraulic jack plate

(1) Range of jack plate: 6-inch minimum range

(2) Gauge required

ix) Gear Shift: Forward - Neutral - Reverse required

x) Full Throttle Revolutions Per Minute (RPM): 5000 – 6000

xi) Alternator: Approximately 35-60 amps

xii) Fuel: Gasoline, unleaded

xiii) Gear Case Ratio: 1.92:1 – 2.00:1

xiv) Steering System: Hydraulic

xv) Internal motor wiring harness required

xvi) Dry Weight: Approximately 455 - 489 pounds

xvii) Cooling System: Water-cooled with thermostat

xviii) Lubrication System: Wet sump

xix) Start: Electric (turnkey)

xx) Trim System: Power tilt/trim

(1) Trim Method: Power, Maximum -4 through -6 degrees to 16 degrees Trim Range

(2) Tilt Method: Power, Maximum 73 degrees of Tilt Range

xxi) Fuel Induction System: Computer controlled Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)

xxii) California Air Resources Board Star Rating (CARB): 3

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xxiii) Propeller: three (3) blades, stainless steel pitched to the maximum motor RPM

(1) Pitch to be determined at testing

(2) Shall be installed on boat and functional at time of delivery

xxiv) Note: Associated center console control box with all necessary rigging to the outboard motor to be functional at time of delivery

c) Line 3 – Boat Trailer:

i) Examples: 2024 Magic Tilt TMCV2224-7020 H78X15D, 2024 EZ Loader T102BT 23-25

5700 or TPWD approved equivalent

ii) Trailer shall be suitable to fit and transport boat and motor specified above

iii) All wiring shall meet Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements

iv) Shall include reinforced galvanized load bearing fenders.

v) Trailer width: 94-inches – 102-inches

vi) Tires: New only, to include mounted spare tire, wheel, and carrier. Tires shall be rated in accordance with the Tire and Rim Association Inc. (TRA) requirements, or the tire manufactures published loads rating for highway use

vii) Wheel Type: Requires 15-inch galvanized wheel with 10-ply rated tires.

viii) Lockable carrier shall be mounted to trailer

ix) Torsion axles and suspension required

x) Surge Disc brakes on one axle

xi) Trailer wheel hubs require Vault brand, sealed bearing hub

xii) Gross Vehicle or Net Weight Capacity: 6,500 – 7,500 lbs.

xiii) Trailer shall be Galvanized steel

xiv) Trailer hardware shall be galvanized steel

xv) Keel Roller: Approximately 8 to 12-inch range.

xvi) Shall have an adjustable undercarriage

xvii) Light-emitting Diode (LED) sealed, submersible marine lights with wiring to terminate in 4-way connector assembly

xviii) Require two (2) adjustable side load guides

xix) Shall have four (4) carpeted bunks set up underneath boat for additional support of boat

xx) Shall have a galvanized steel, wheeled, adjustable tongue jack

xxi) Wire Connectors: Heat Shrink wrapped

xxii) Require galvanized safety chains (3), one (1) connecting the boat to the trailer and two (2) connecting the trailer to the vehicle

xxiii) Shall have ratcheting boat tie downs attached to trailer: two (2) minimum

xxiv) Shall include winch

(1) Winch speed to be suitable for boat

(2) Winch size to be suitable for boat

(3) Shall have winch strap

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xxv) Shall include Transom saver

xxvi) Shall include coupling hitch to accept 2-inch ball

xxvii) NOTE: Trailer to be equipped in accordance with Federal and State laws governing 24-hour highway operation xxviii) NOTE: Boat, motor, and trailer to be lake ready upon delivery

4) Referenced Brand Example: Catalogs, brand names or manufacturer's references are descriptive only, and indicate type and quality desired. Proposals on brands of like nature and quality will be considered. If proposing other than the referenced brands/model number, Respondent must show manufacturer, brand or trade name, product number and provide complete descriptive information of product offered and include with response. Failure to take exception to specifications or reference data will require Respondent to furnish specified brand names, numbers, etc.

5) REQUIREMENTS:

a) Condition of Product: New Equipment ONLY; NO re-manufactured or “gray market” items. All items must be covered by the manufacturer’s warranty. The unit shall be made ready for continuous operation upon delivery. Responded is cautioned that any unit delivered to the FOB point that does not meet specifications in every aspect will not be accepted.

b) All Parts: All parts not specifically mentioned which are necessary for the unit to be complete and ready for operation or which are normally furnished as standard equipment shall be furnished by the vendor. All parts shall conform in strength, quality, and workmanship to the accepted standards of the industry.

c) Quantities: Quantities listed are projected order quantities. TPWD reserves the right to increase or decrease quantities prior to award depending on bid results and budget constraints.

d) Manuals: Manuals containing illustrated parts list, operating and service instructions for the unit shall be delivered with unit. Manual shall outline all necessary service and operating instructions for the unit delivered and provide necessary warning and safety precautions.

e) Warranty Requirements: The units shall be warranted against defects in material and workmanship for a minimum four (4) years and shall cover 100 percent parts and labor for the units. Vendor shall furnish warranty and a list of warrantied repair companies to TPWD at time of delivery. The warranty begins on the date the unit is determined to meet specifications and accepted by TPWD.

6) DELIVERY AND ACCEPTANCE:

a) Freight Charges: Shipping shall be F.O.B. destination; therefore, unit prices must include all shipping, handling, fuel surcharges and delivery fees.

b) Delivery Schedule:

i) Respondent shall provide delivery terms with bid response. Delivery may be a factor in determining best value award.

ii) TPWD does not have a loading dock or equipment to unload boat/motor/trailer upon delivery.

Equipmentshall be delivered by means and method that does not require TPWD to unload trailers at no additional cost to TPWD.

iii) Vendor must contact TPWD point of contact to schedule delivery date and time. Vendor shall provide one (1) week notice prior to delivery.

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c) Delivery Address(es):

i) Quantity 1 delivered to: Texas Parks and Wildlife – Inland Fisheries, 8684 La Village Ave. Waco, TX

76712

ii) Delivery Contact #1 – Mitch Nisbet / 210-688-9460 / Mitch.Nesbet@tpwd.texas.gov; Delivery Contact

#2 – Fernando Carvallo / 210-688-9460 / Fernando.Carvallo@tpwd.texas.gov

d) Registration and Titling: Titling will be performed by TPWD. DO NOT REGISTER TRAILER. Vendor shall supply dealer’s tag 60 days from date of delivery. The original Manufacturer’s Statement of Origin (MSO) as well as the most current version of TxDMV form 130U or Application for Texas Title with signature shall be submitted with an invoice

TPWD Accounts Payable

Austin, TX 78744

The Name of Purchaser on back of COO or MSO must only be assigned as:

Texas Parks Wildlife Department

Austin, TX 78744

e) Delivery Delays: If delay is foreseen, Contractor shall give written notice to TPWD and must keep

TPWD advised at all times of status of order. Default in promised Delivery Days After Receipt of Order (ARO) without accepted reasons or failure to meet specifications authorizes TPWD to purchase goods and services of this contract elsewhere and charge any increased costs for the goods and services, including the cost of re-soliciting, to the Contractor.

f) Compliant Products: Delivery does not occur until the Contractor delivers products, materials or services in full compliance with the specifications to Customer’s F.O.B. destination, unless delivery is specifically accepted, in whole or in part, by the Customer. Providing products, materials or services which do not meet all specification requirements does not constitute delivery. Customer reserves the right to require new delivery or a refund in the event that materials or products not meeting specifications are discovered after payment has been made.

g) Acceptance: All equipment ordered will be subject to acceptance inspection and performance testing upon receipt. Acceptance inspection and performance testing will not take more than five (5) working days, weather permitting. Vendor will be notified within this time frame of any units not delivered in full compliance with the purchase order specifications.

7) INQUIRIES:

a) CONTACT: All requests, questions, or other communications about this Solicitation shall be made in writing to TPWD’s Purchasing Department, addressed to the following person:

Synthia De Hoyos, Purchaser Phone 512-389-4510 Texas Parks & Wildlife Department Fax 512-389-4677 4200 Smith School Road, Austin, Texas 78744 Purchasing.BidBox@tpwd.texas.gov

b) CLARIFICATIONS: TPWD will allow written requests for clarification of this Solicitation. Questions may be e-mailed to the point-of-contact listed above. Questions should be submitted in the following format:

a) Reference the Solicitation number; b) Reference the Section number, Page number, Paragraph number, and Text of passage being questioned; and c) Question.

c) PROHIBITED COMMUNICATIONS: Upon issuance of this solicitation, TPWD, its representative(s), or partners will not answer questions or otherwise discuss the contents of this Solicitation with any potential Respondent or their representative(s), except for the written inquires described in Section (b) above.

Attempts to ask questions by phone or in person will not be allowed or recognized as valid. Failure to mailto:Mitch.Nesbet@tpwd.texas.gov mailto:Fernando.Carvallo@tpwd.texas.gov

IFB No. 802-24-49031-B Page 9 of 33 observe this restriction may disqualify respondent. Respondent shall rely only on written statements issued through or by TPWD’s purchasing staff. This restriction does not preclude discussions between affected parties for the purposes of conducting business unrelated to this solicitation.

8) BID RESPONSE INSTRUCTIONS:

a) Bid Submission:

i) Submission Deadline: All bids shall be received and time stamped at TPWD prior to 2:00 PM Central Time on the “Bid Opening” date specified on the IFB Cover Page (page 1). Late bids will not be considered under any circumstance and will be returned.

ii) General Format: Respondent shall submit bid response, signed dated and completed.

iii) Bid Delivery: Bids may be returned via email to Purchasing.BidBox@tpwd.texas.gov, mailed, or hand-delivered to 4200 Smith School Rd, Austin, TX 78744.

iv) Bids returned by mail or hand delivery should be placed in a sealed envelope and correctly identified with IFB number, submittal deadline/opening date and time. It is the Bidder’s responsibility to appropriately mark and deliver the bids to TPWD by the specified date.

v) Respondents are responsible for all costs of bid preparation.

b) Bid Content: Below is a summary of required and requested information. Bids submitted without this information will be evaluated accordingly. TPWD reserves the right, in its sole judgment and discretion, to waive minor technicalities and errors in the best interest of the state.

i) Bid Form: Respondent must submit the IFB form, signed, dated and completed. Failure to submit this information will result in disqualification of bid.

ii) Brand Name/Model: Respondents to specify Brand/Model of quoted product. Failure to take exception to specifications or referenced data will require Respondent to furnish specified brand name and model, etc. (Respondent may be required to submit product spec sheets and/ or other documentation prior to award.)

iii) Descriptive Literature: Respondent should provide descriptive literature (product specification sheets) with response submission. Literature to address all salient characteristics, and clearly document that the offered product meets salient characteristics stated in the specifications. (Note: Respondent may be required to submit product specification sheets and/ or other documentation prior to award.)

iv) Delivery Time: Respondent to specify delivery time from receipt of TPWD order.

c) Response Period: Responses shall be binding for a period of sixty (60) business days from bid due date.

No other costs, rates, or fees shall be payable to the Successful Respondent unless expressly agreed upon in writing by TPWD.

9) EVALUATION AND AWARD:

a) An award will be made on an all or none basis. Only responses submitted by the bid opening, with required submittal documents and meeting qualifications will be considered. Failure to submit the required information may be cause for rejection of the bid response. TPWD reserves the right to waive informalities and minor irregularities in bids received.

mailto:Purchasing.BidBox@tpwd.texas.gov

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b) TPWD reserves the right to consider respondent qualifications, equipment, previous submitted vendor performance reports to evaluate any response; request additional relevant information; disqualify bid based on unsatisfactory performance.

c) Award: TPWD will award a Contract to the respondent whose quote is considered to be the Best Value to

TPWD, price and other factors considered. The following factors may be used to evaluate bids:

i) Lowest Price

ii) Ability, Qualifications and Experience - Meeting or Exceeding the Requirement

iii) Delivery / Service Schedule

iv) Past Performance

10) INVOICING AND PAYMENT: The following procedures apply to invoicing and payment in addition to those listed in the General Terms and Conditions, Para. 9:

a) Contractor to submit invoice(s) to: Texas Parks & Wildlife, Accounts Payable, 4200 Smith School Road, Austin, Texas 78744.

b) Invoices must show:

i) Name of Contractor exactly as shown on the contract, Texas Payee Identification Number (PIN), and correct "Remit to" address

ii) Name of receiving entity

iii) Contract/purchase order number

iv) Description, quantity, unit of measure, unit price, extended price of each item

v) Total price

vi) Discount, if applicable, extended and deducted to arrive at a NET TOTAL for invoice

vii) Attach supporting documentation, if required

c) Payment:

i) Contractor will be paid for the services performed as invoiced. If another payment mechanism is agreed to by the parties, then contractor will be paid in accordance with the agreement approved by the parties.

ii) Payment normally will be made to the Contractor within 30 days after receipt of a properly prepared invoice or the receipt of and the acceptance of services ordered, whichever is later. State agencies are required by state law to pay properly submitted invoices within 30 days or the Contractor may charge a late payment fee established by law.

iii) Payments for services purchased with state appropriated funds will be made through state warrants issued by the Comptroller of Public Accounts. Payments by qualified ordering entities will be made through the entities local payment system.

d) Electronic payment may be available through some ordering entities. Contact Accounts Payable at 512-

389-4833 for additional information.

24) BIDDER AFFIRMATION

a) Bidder has not given, offered to give, nor intends to give at any time hereafter any economic opportunity, future employment, gift, loan, gratuity, special discount, trip, favor, or service to a public servant connection with the submitted bid.

b) Pursuant to Texas Government code, Title 10, Subtitle D, Section 2155.004(a), the bidder has not received compensation for participation.

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GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS

MARCH 2022

(ITEMS BELOW APPLY TO AND BECOME A PART OF THE CONTRACT)

Any Contract awarded as a result of this solicitation will contain the General Terms and Conditions listed below in this Section. Subcontractors are also obliged to comply with these provisions.

1. DEFINITIONS: As used throughout this solicitation, the following terms have the meaning set forth below. All other terms have the meaning set forth in Webster’s II New College Dictionary.

1.1. Bidder: An individual or entity that submits a bid. The term includes anyone acting on behalf of the individual or entity that submits a bid, such as an agent, employee and representative. See Respondent.

1.2. Contractor: The individual, corporation, company, partnership, firm, or organization that has to furnish the materials and has to perform the work as stated in the solicitation.

1.3. ESBD: The Electronic State Business Daily, which is available online at http://www.txsmartbuy.com/esbd .

1.4. Gov’t Code: The Texas Government Code.

1.5. Owner: Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, an agency of the State of Texas.

1.6. Party/Parties: Either the TPWD and Respondent separately or collectively.

1.7. Respondent: Any person or Vendor who submits a Bid/Proposal/Offer in response to this solicitation.

1.8. Services: Includes the use of labor, materials, facilities, equipment, and any other need that is necessary or incidental to the successful completion of the Contract.

1.9. Subcontractor: Any supplier, distributor, Contractor, person, or firm furnishing to the Contractor, materials or services necessary or incidental to the performance of the Contract between TPWD and Contractor.

1.10. TAC: The Texas Administrative Code, which is the publication for administrative rules.

1.11. Texas Identification Number: A unique 11-digit number assigned by the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts. When a Payee first contracts with a state agency, that Payee must provide either a federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) or a Social Security number (SSN). The Texas Identification Number (TIN) is based on this number. (Note: If Respondent does not have a TIN, or does not know their TIN, they may list their EIN or SSN on the “Texas Identification Number” line of the Vendor Information Block of their RFP, RFO, IFB or RFQ response.)

1.12. TPWD: Texas Parks and Wildlife Department acting on behalf of the State of Texas.

2. SPECIFICATIONS:

2.1. The goods/services provided shall be in accordance with the purchase specifications herein.

TPWD will decide the answers to all questions that may arise as to the interpretation of the specifications and the quality, or acceptability of goods/services provided. TPWD will

IFB No. 802-24-49031-B Page 12 of 33 decide the rate of progress of the work and the acceptable fulfillment of the goods/service on the part of the Contractor.

2.2. Catalogs, brand names or manufacturer's references are descriptive only, and indicate type and quality desired. Bids/Proposals on brands of like nature and quality will be considered unless advertised under Texas Gov't Code §2155.067. If the Respondent is offering brands other than the references, response should show manufacturer, brand or trade name, and other description of product offered. If Respondent is offering brand(s) other than brand(s) specified, illustrations and complete description of product offered are requested to be made part of the bid. Failure to take exception to specifications or reference data will require Respondent to furnish specified brand names, numbers, etc.

2.3. Unless otherwise specified, items shall be new and unused and of current production.

2.4. Samples, when requested, must be furnished free of expense to the State. If not destroyed in examination, they will be returned to the Respondent, on request, at Respondent's expense. Each sample should be marked with Respondent's name and address, and requisition number.

Do not enclose in or attach response submission to sample.

2.5. The State will not be bound by any oral statement or representation contrary to the written specifications of this Solicitation.

2.6. Manufacturer's standard warranty shall apply unless otherwise stated in the solicitation.

3. AWARD OF A PURCHASE ORDER: Standard Purchase Order Terms and Conditions apply.

If a conflict exists between the standard Purchase Order Terms and Conditions and specific language in this solicitation, the language in the solicitation shall prevail.

3.1. A response to a solicitation is an offer to Contract with TPWD based on the terms, conditions and specifications contained in the solicitation. Responses do not become Contracts unless and until they are accepted through an authorized TPWD designee by issuance of a Purchase Order.

3.2. This procurement will be conducted in accordance with the State Purchasing Act, Title 10, Subtitle D, Chapters 2151 through 2177, of the Texas Gov’t Code (TGC) and TPWD rules.

Any Contract resulting from this procurement shall consist of one (1) document. This document will contain all of the rights and duties of the parties extracted from the relevant terms and conditions of this solicitation (including its attachments, exhibits, supplements, and addenda); the successful Contractor’s response; any TPWD request for a Best and Final Offer; and any successful Contractor’s Best and Final Offer, if applicable.

3.3. Best Value – TPWD will be the sole judge of best value. Award will be based on Best Value criteria and may include, but is not limited to:

3.3.1. Best meets the goals and objectives of the solicitation as stated above.

3.3.2. Best meets the quality and reliability of the proposed services.

3.3.3. Effect of the proposed solution on agency productivity.

3.3.4. Provides the most customer focused solution that will best meet the needs of the public.

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3.3.5. Experience in successfully providing services in this solicitation.

3.3.6. Past Performance: A Respondent’s past performance will be measured based upon pass/fail criteria in compliance with applicable provisions of Gov't Code §§2155.074, 2155.075, 2156.007, 2157.003, and 2157.125. Respondents may fail this selection criterion for any of the following conditions:

a) The Vendor has a score less than C or Legacy Unsatisfactory in the Vendor

Performance System,

b) Currently under a Corrective Action Plan through the Texas Comptroller of

Public Accounts (CPA),

c) Having repeated negative Vendor Performance Reports for the same reason,

d) Having Purchase Orders that have been cancelled in the previous 12 months for nonperformance (i.e., late delivery, etc.).

3.3.7. Contractor performance information is located on the

CPA web site at:

www.txsmartbuy.com/vpts. CPA may conduct reference checks with other entities regarding past performance. In addition to evaluating performance through the Vendor Performance Tracking System (as authorized by 34 Texas Administrative Code §20.115), CPA may examine other sources of vendor performance including, but not limited to, notices of termination, cure notices, assessments of liquidated damages, litigation, audit reports, and non-renewals of Contracts. Any such investigations shall be at the sole discretion of CPA, and any negative findings, as determined by CPA, may result in nonaward to the Respondent.

4. UNIT PRICES: Respondents must price per unit shown. Unit prices shall govern in the event of extension errors.

5. FREIGHT: Quote FOB destination, freight prepaid and allowed unless otherwise stated within the specifications.

6. DELIVERY:

6.1. Show number of days required to place material in receiving agency's designated location under normal conditions. Delivery days mean calendar days, unless otherwise specified.

Failure to state delivery time obligates Respondent to deliver in 14 calendar days.

Unrealistic delivery promises may cause solicitation to be disregarded.

6.2. If delay is foreseen, Contractor shall give written notice to the TPWD. Contractor must keep the TPWD advised at all times of status of order.

6.3. Default in promised delivery (without accepted reasons) or failure to meet specifications authorizes the TPWD to purchase supplies elsewhere and charge full increase, if any, in cost and handling to defaulting Contractor.

6.4. Substitutions: No substitutions permitted without written approval of TPWD.

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6.5. Delivery shall be made during normal working hours only unless prior approval has been obtained from ordering agency. Normal working hours are 8:00 AM until 5:00 PM Monday through Friday except State and National holidays.

7. TESTING AND INSPECTION:

7.1. TPWD may test and inspect goods and services purchased under the Contract to ensure compliance with the specifications of this solicitation and the Contract. TPWD may also test and inspect goods and services before they are purchased under the Contract.

Authorized TPWD personnel shall have access to the Respondent's place of business for the purpose of inspecting the goods. To the extent practical, TPWD inspections will not disrupt the Respondent's daily operations. Tests shall be performed on samples submitted with the Bid/Proposal or on samples taken from regular shipments. All costs of testing and inspection shall be borne by the Respondent. In the event the goods tested fail to meet or exceed all conditions and requirements of the solicitation and Contract, the goods will be rejected in whole or in part, at the State's option, and returned to the Respondent or held for disposition at the Respondent's expense. Latent defects may result in cancellation of the Contract at no expense to the state.

7.2. If material fails to meet specifications, the Respondent will be notified by fax, mail, or e-mail. The Respondent will have ten (10) working days after receipt of the notification to remove the rejected material from state property. Material will be removed at the Respondent’s expense. Material not removed in the allotted time period will be disposed by TPWD. The Respondent will be charged for all disposable expenses conducted by

TPWD.

8. CHANGES: TPWD may at any time, by a written order, make changes within the general scope of this Contract, in the definition of services to be performed, and the time (i.e., hours of the day, days of the week, etc.) and place of performance thereof. If any such change causes an increase or decrease in the cost of, or the time required for the performance of any part of the services under this Contract, whether changed or not changed by any such order, an equitable adjustment shall be made in the Contract price or time of performance or both and the Contract shall be modified in writing accordingly. Any claim by the Contractor for adjustment under this clause must be asserted within 30 days from the date of receipt by the Contractor of the notification of change, provided, however, that TPWD, if it decides that the facts justify such action, may receive and act upon such claims asserted at any time prior to final payment under this Contract. Failure to agree to any adjustment shall be a dispute concerning a question of fact within the meaning of the clause of this Contract entitled "Dispute Resolution."

9. INVOICING AND PAYMENT:

9.1. Invoices: In order to receive payment under the Contract, the Contractor must submit an original invoice to TPWD, which will be designated in the Purchase Order as the "Bill To" address. To be a proper invoice that may be accepted and paid, the invoice must include the following information and/or attachments: (1) Name and address of the Contractor. (2) The Contractor's Texas Identification Number (TIN). (3) The Contractor's invoice remittance address. (4) The Purchase Order number authorizing the delivery of products or services. (5) A description of what the Contractor delivered, including, as applicable, the

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If the invoice is for a lease, the Contractor must also include the payment number (e.g., 1 of 36).

9.2. Disputed Invoices: As stated above, the Contractor will receive notice of an error in an invoice submitted for payment by not later than the 21st day after the date the invoice was received by the TPWD. If an invoice dispute is resolved in favor of the Contractor, the Contractor is entitled to receive interest on the unpaid balance of the invoice, beginning on the date the invoice became overdue, pursuant to Gov't Code §2251. 021. If a dispute is resolved in favor of the TPWD, the Contractor shall submit a corrected invoice that must be paid in accordance with Section 2251.021. The unpaid balance accrues interest if the corrected invoice is not paid by the appropriate date.

9.3. Time and Manner of Payment: Pursuant to Texas Gov’t Code Chapter 2251, payment by TPWD is overdue on the 31st day after the later of: (1) the date the TPWD receives the goods under the Contract; (2) the date the performance of the service under the Contract is completed; or (3) the date the TPWD receives the invoice for the goods or service. Payment by a political subdivision Customer whose governing body meets only once a month or less frequently is overdue on the 46th day after the later event of: (1) the date TPWD receives the goods under the Contract; (2) the date the performance of the service under the Contract is completed; or (3) the date TPWD receives the invoice for the goods or service.

10. PATENTS, TRADEMARKS, OR COPYRIGHTS: Respondent agrees to defend and indemnify the TPWD and State from claims involving infringement or violation of patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, or other proprietary rights, arising out of the TPWD's or the State's use of any good or service provided by the Respondent as a result of this solicitation.

11. PROHIBITION ON LOBBYING: The Respondent shall comply with the provisions of a federal law known generally as the Lobbying Disclosure Act, 2 U.S.C. §1601 et seq. By submitting a Bid/Proposal, the Respondent certifies that it shall not and has not used federally appropriated funds to pay any person or organization for influencing or attempting to influence any officer or employee of any federal agency, a member of Congress, officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a member of Congress in connection with obtaining any federal Contract, grant, or any other award covered by 31 U.S.C. §1352. It also certifies that the Respondent shall disclose any lobbying with non-federal funds that takes place in connection with obtaining any federal award by completing and submitting Standard Form LLL.

12. ANTI-TRUST AND ASSIGNMENT OF CLAIMS: The undersigned affirms under penalty of perjury of the laws of the State of Texas that (1) in connection with this Response, neither I nor any representative of the Respondent have violated any provision of the Texas Free Enterprise and Antitrust Act, Tex. Bus. & Comm Code Chapter 15; (2) in connection with this Response, neither I nor any representative of the Respondent have violated any federal antitrust law; and (3) neither I nor any representative of the Respondent have directly or indirectly communicated any of the contents of this Response to a competitor of the Respondent or any other company, firm, partnership or individual engaged in the same line of business as the Respondent. The successful

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Contractor hereby assigns to TPWD, any and all claims for overcharges associated with any contract resulting from this solicitation which arise under the antitrust laws of the United States 15 U.S.C.A., Section 1, et seq. (1973), and which arise under the antitrust laws of the State of Texas, Texas Business and Commercial Code Ann. Sec. 15.01, et seq. (1967).

13. DEBTS AND DELINQUENCIES: As required by Gov't Code §2252.903, the Respondent agrees that any payments due under the Contract shall be directly applied towards eliminating any debt or delinquency is has to the State of Texas including, but not limited to, delinquent taxes, delinquent student loan payments, and delinquent child support.

14. DISPUTE RESOLUTION:

14.1. The dispute resolution process provided for in Chapter 2260 of Texas Gov’t Code and

TPWD regulations shall be used by TPWD and the Respondent to resolve all disputes arising under this Contract. The Contractor shall comply with such rules, as revised from time to time.

14.2. If the Contractor's claim for breach of Contract cannot be resolved informally with TPWD, it shall be submitted to the negotiation process provided in Chapter 2260. To initiate the process, the Contractor shall submit written notice, as required by Chapter 2260. The notice shall also be given to the individual identified in the Contract for receipt of notices. Any informal resolution efforts shall in no way modify the requirement or toll the timing of the formal written notice of a claim for breach of Contract required under § 2260.051 of Texas Gov’t Code. Compliance by the Contractor with

Chapter 2260 is a condition precedent to the filing of a contested case proceeding under Chapter 2260.

14.3. The contested case process provided in Chapter 2260 is the Contractor's sole and exclusive process for seeking a remedy for an alleged breach of Contract by TPWD if the Parties are unable to resolve their disputes as described above.

14.4. Compliance with the contested case process provided in Chapter 2260 is a condition precedent to seeking consent to sue from the Legislature under Chapter 107, Civil Practices and Remedies Code. Neither the execution of the Contract by TPWD nor any other conduct of any representative of TPWD relating to the Contract shall be considered a waiver of sovereign immunity to suit.

14.5. Notwithstanding any other provision of the Contract to the contrary, unless otherwise requested or approved in writing by TPWD, the Contractor shall continue performance and shall not be excused from performance during the period any breach of Contract claim or dispute is pending under either of the above processes; however, the Contractor may suspend performance during the pendency of such claim or dispute if the Contractor has complied with all provisions of Gov't Code §2251.051, and such suspension of performance is expressly applicable and authorized under that law.

15. FRAUD, WASTE, AND ABUSE: By submitting a Response to this Solicitation, the Respondent represents and warrants that it has read and understood and shall comply with CPA’s Anti-Fraud Policy, found at: https://comptroller.texas.gov/about/policies/ethics.php, as such Policy currently reads and as it is amended throughout the term of the Contract.

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16. NAME CHANGES AND SALES:

16.1. If the Contractor changes its name or is sold to another entity, it must provide written notification to TPWD. The Contractor, in its notice, shall describe the circumstances of the name change or sale, state its new name, provide the new Tax Identification Number, and describe how the change will impact its ability to perform the Contract. If the change entails personnel changes for personnel performing the responsibilities of the Contract for the Contractor, the Contractor shall identify the new personnel and provide resumes to TPWD, if resumes were originally required by the Solicitation. TPWD may request other information about the change and its impact on the Contract and the Contractor shall supply the requested information within five (5) working days of receipt of the request.

16.2. TPWD may terminate the Contract due to a sale of or change to the Contractor that materially alters the Contractor's ability to perform under the Contract. The TPWD has the sole discretion to determine if termination is appropriate.

17. CONTRACTOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

17.1. Contractor agrees to comply with all terms and conditions contained in this solicitation and resulting Contract.

17.2. Contractor guarantees services offered will meet or exceed the written specifications identified in this solicitation.

17.3. Permits: Contractor shall be responsible, at the Contractor’s expense, for obtaining any and all permits or licenses required by city, county, state, or federal rules, regulations, law, or codes that pertain to the Contract.

17.4. Electrical Items: All electrical items provided by the Contractor to TPWD under the Contract must meet all applicable OSHA standards and regulations, and bear the appropriate listing from UL, FMRC, or NEMA.

17.5. Executive Head: Pursuant to Gov't Code §669.003, the TPWD may not enter into a contract with a person who employs a current or former Executive Head of a state agency until four years have passed since that person was the executive head of the state agency.

By submitting a Proposal, the Respondent certifies that it does not employ any person who was the Executive Head of a state agency in the past four years. If Section 669.003 applies, Respondent shall complete the following information in order for the response submission to be evaluated:

Name of former executive: ________________________________ Name of state agency: ___________________________________ Date of separation from state agency: _______________________ Position with Respondent:

_________________________________ Date of employment with Respondent: _______________________

17.6. Contractor agrees to take precautions necessary to protect person or property against injury or damage and be responsible for such injury or damage.

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17.7. Contractor agrees to comply with Federal law or State Worker’s Compensation laws which are applicable to the work required or performed under this Contract and to pay or cause to be paid all compensation, medical or hospital bills which may become due or payable thereunder, and to protect and indemnify TPWD from and against any and all liability by reason of injury to employees of Contractor or subcontractor.

17.8. Contractor shall provide all labor, equipment, and materials (unless otherwise stated herein) necessary to furnish the goods or perform the service. All employees of the Contractor shall be a minimum of 17 years of age and experienced in the type of work to be performed. Only the Contractor and its employees will be allowed on state property during working hours.

18. TERMINATED CONTRACTS: By submitting a Response, the Respondent certifies that it has not had a

Contract terminated or been denied the renewal of any Contract for non-compliance with policies or regulations of any state or federally funded program within the past five (5) years nor is it currently prohibited from contracting with a governmental agency. If the Respondent does have such a terminated Contract, the Respondent shall identify each and provide an explanation for the termination.

19. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR: The Contract shall not render the Contractor an employee, officer, or agent of the TPWD for any purpose. The Contractor is and shall remain an independent Contractor in relationship to the TPWD. The TPWD shall not be responsible for withholding taxes from payments made under the Contract. The Contractor shall have no claim against the TPWD for vacation pay, sick leave, retirement benefits, social security, worker's compensation, health or disability benefits, unemployment insurance benefits, or employee benefits of any kind.

20. RIGHT TO AUDIT / RECORDS RETENTION: Under Section 2262.154 of the Texas Gov’t Code, the State Auditor may conduct an audit or investigation of any entity receiving funds from the state directly under any Contract or indirectly through a subcontract under the Contract. The acceptance of funds by the Contractor or other entity or person directly under the Contract or indirectly through a subcontract under the Contract acts as acceptance of the authority of the State Auditor’s Office, TPWD or any successor agency, under the direction of the legislative audit committee, to conduct an audit or investigation in connection with those funds. Under the direction of the legislative audit committee, the Contractor or other entity that is the subject of an audit or investigation by the State Auditor must provide the State Auditor with access to any information the State Auditor considers relevant to the investigation or audit. Contractor shall ensure that this paragraph concerning the State’s authority to audit funds received indirectly by subcontractors through Contractor and the requirement to cooperate is included in any subcontract it awards.

Contractor shall maintain and retain supporting fiscal and any other documents relevant to showing that any payments under these Contract funds were expended in accordance with the laws and regulations of the State of Texas, including but not limited to, requirements of the Comptroller of the State of Texas and the State Auditor. Contractor shall maintain all such documents and other records relating to this Contract and the State’s property for a period of seven (7) years after the date of submission of the final invoices or until a resolution of all billing questions, whichever is later. Contractor shall make available at reasonable times and upon reasonable notice, and for reasonable periods, all documents and other information related to the work of this Contract.

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Contractor and the subcontractors shall provide the State Auditor with any information that the State Auditor deems relevant to any investigation or audit.