ESBD_511563_1779135015972_554-26-003 Addendum 1- Q and A.pdf

This Addendum #1 Questions and Answers document pertains to Invitation for Bid (IFB) No. 554-26-003 issued by the Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) on April 30, 2026, for the procurement of trailer units. The solicitation requests two 20-foot gooseneck flatbed trailers and two 16-foot bumper pull flatbed utility trailers, each meeting specified construction and equipment requirements including gross vehicle weight ratings, dual axles, LED lighting, hydraulic jacks, and treated wood flooring. Written questions were due by May 14, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. CST, with the TAHC's response scheduled for May 18, 2026. Sealed bids are required by May 26, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. CST, to be submitted to 2105 Kramer Lane, Austin, TX 78758. Award is anticipated in June 2026, and vendors are responsible for all assembly, testing, make-ready checks, and weekday delivery between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. The contract includes a minimum two-year warranty with optional extensions of up to 90 days for transition purposes, not to exceed six months total.

The Addendum #1 document indicates that the Texas Animal Health Commission did not receive any questions during the designated Q&A period. All pricing shall be provided on an F.O.B. Destination basis with freight prepaid and included in unit prices. Vendors may propose equivalent models to specified Southwest Gooseneck reference units if complete published specifications are provided. All bidders must complete Attachment A with certifications covering non-debarment status, tax compliance, equal employment opportunity compliance, E-Verify requirements, conflict of interest disclosures, non-boycott compliance, and representations regarding human trafficking prohibition. Payment will be made within 30 days of satisfactory delivery in accordance with the Texas Prompt Payment Act. No explicit set-aside designations or restrictions limiting bidder eligibility are specified, though bidders may claim Texas resident status and various procurement preferences including service-disabled veteran ownership and Texas production origin.