ESBD_548795_1786728480359_802-27-79943 Portable Toilet Svcs Palo Duro SP.pdf

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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

TPWD – Purchasing and Contracting 4200 Smith School Road

Austin, TX 78744

Bid Due Deadline:

2:00 pm CT; August 28, 2026

AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE DATE

LOCATION OF SERVICES: QUESTIONS – SEND EMAIL TO: REQUISITION / IFB NUMBER

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Palo Duro Canyon State Park 11450 Park Rd 5 Canyon, Texas 79015

Purchasing.bidbox@tpwd.texas.gov 802-27-79943

FAILURE TO SIGN THE BID ABOVE WILL DISQUALIFY BID.

BID F.O.B. AGENCY RECEIVING ADDRESS UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED BELOW.

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). Bidder agrees to comply with all conditions of this bid. Show bid due date and Requisition number on sealed bid envelope and show return address of firm. Pursuant to Executive Order GA-48 of the Governor of Texas: Respondent certifies that neither it, nor its holding companies or subsidiaries is: (a) Listed in Section 889 of the 2019 National Defense Authorization Act; (b) Listed in Section 1260H of the 2021 National Defense Authorization Act; or (c) Owned by the government of a country on the U.S. Department of Commerce’s foreign adversaries list under 15 C.F.R. Section 791.4; or (d) Controlled by any governing or regulatory body located in a country on the U.S.

Department of Commerce’s foreign adversaries list under 15 C.F.R. Section 791.4.

Bidder must fill in: (See instructions for Texas ID Number in General Terms & Conditions, Paragraph 1.10

TEXAS ID NUMBER __________________________

Name of Firm __________________________ Street Address __________________________ City-State-Zip __________________________ Telephone No. __________________________ Email address __________________________

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.

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is soliciting bids to establish a contract for portable toilet rental, cleaning of units, and associated maintenance services for Palo Duro Canyon State Park located at 11450 Park Rd 5, Canyon, TX 79015 in accordance with attached specifications dated August 2026.

Initial Contract Term: September 1, 2026 through August 31, 2028.

Bidders must quote Line Items 1 through 2 and are highly encouraged to quote all Line Items.

Quantities listed are estimates for evaluation purposes only.

Item Description Class/Item 977-73 Quantity Unit of Measure Unit Price Extension

Routine Service: Unit price shall include servicing, cleaning, environmental and administrative fees, fuel surcharge fees, set up, delivery, pick up, and other related service fees.

1. Provide two (2) standard size portable toilets to be cleaned and serviced two (2) times per week for the months of September through August. Price quoted must be for two (2) units per week.

Week

2. Provide one (1) Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant portable toilets to be cleaned and serviced two (2) times per week for the months of September through August.

Price quoted must be for one (1) unit per week.

Service Adjustments: Pricing for contract adjustment purposes in the event TPWD requires additional services and/or increases or decreases the number of units required. Unit price shall include delivery, set-up, cleaning, disposal, pick-up, fees, environmental charges, and fuel surcharges as applicable.

3. Price adjustment to provide an additional service and cleaning for all three (3) units. Price quoted must be for service of all three (3) units per trip.

Trip mailto:Purchasing.bidbox@tpwd.texas.gov mailto:Purchasing.bidbox@tpwd.texas.gov

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Item Description Class/Item 977-73 Quantity Unit of Measure Unit Price Extension

4. Price adjustment to add or remove one (1) standard portable toilet to be cleaned and serviced two (2) times per week. TPWD estimates approximately 26 weeks. Price quoted must be for one (1) unit per week.

5. Price adjustment to add or remove one (1) ADA Compliant portable toilet to be cleaned and serviced two (2) times per week. TPWD estimates approximately 26 weeks.

Price quoted must be for one (1) unit per week.

6. Price for relocation of unit already within the park, if applicable.

Price shall be per unit, per move. 1 Each $ $

Optional Additional Service: TPWD may require additional units and service on an as-needed basis for special events.

Unit price shall include delivery, set-up, pick-up, fees, environmental charges, and fuel surcharges as applicable.

7. Provide one (1) hand-washing station to be serviced two (2) times per week, to include soap and all other necessary supplies. Unit price shall be per station, per week.

1 Week

8. Provide one (1) hand-washing station, to include soap and all other necessary supplies. Unit price shall be per station, per day. 1 Day

9. Provide one (1) standard size portable toilet for a special event. No servicing shall be required. Unit price shall include delivery, set-up and removal of units at the end of event.

1 Day

10. Provide one (1) ADA size portable toilet for a special event. No servicing shall be required. Unit price shall include delivery, set-up and removal of units at the end of event.

1 Day

11. ATTENTION:

Bidders are highly encouraged to submit a detailed Price List for additional related services.

Such services may be added to the resulting contract upon mutual agreement of both parties.

Attach Price List

Offered by a Veteran Heroes United in Business (VetHUB) certified by CPA.

PREFERENCES

See Appendix 23 of the State of Texas Procurement and Contract Management Guide regarding preferences.

Check below to claim a preference under Title 34 TAC Rule 20.306

□ 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

□ Paper containing recycled fibers in accordance with Government Code §2155.446

□ Recycled or Reused Computer Equipment of Other Manufacturers

□ Foods of Higher Nutritional Value

□ Travel agents residing in Texas

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT PURCHASER:

SYNTHIA DE HOYOS, CTCD CTCM, Email: Purchasing.BidBox@tpwd.texas.gov , Phone 512-389-4510 mailto:Purchasing.BidBox@tpwd.texas.gov

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Solicitation 802-27-79943 Specifications for Portable Toilet Services Palo Duro Canyon State Park

1) INTRODUCTION: Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is soliciting bids to establish a service contract for portable toilet rental, cleaning of units, and associated maintenance services for Palo Duro Canyon State Park located at 11450 Park Rd 5, Canyon, Texas 79015 in accordance with attached specifications dated August 2026. Additional rental quantities and cleanings may be needed throughout the contract term.

2) TERM OF CONTRACT:

a) Initial Term: Contract shall commence September 1, 2026 or upon execution and continue through August

31, 2028, unless sooner terminated under the terms of the contract.

b) Contract Renewals: The contract may be renewed for up to three (3) additional one-year (1) periods, provided both parties agree in writing to do so, based on funds availability and Vendor performance. Any renewal shall be at the same terms and conditions, plus any approved changes. If the contract is renewed under this option, the Contractor shall be given written notification of the period in which the services shall occur after being determined by TPWD.

c) Contract Extensions: In the event that the contract(s), if any, resulting from the award of this IFB shall terminate, or be likely to terminate prior to the making of an award for a new contract for the identified products and/or services, TPWD may, with the written consent of the awarded Contractor, extend the contract for a period of time as may be necessary to permit TPWD continued supply of the identified products and/or services (not to exceed a twelve month (12) extension period). Any extensions shall be at the same terms and conditions plus any approved changes.

3) OPTIONAL PRE-BID SITE INSPECTION: Bidders are highly encouraged to attend a pre-bid site visit to inspect the work site to become familiar with the condition and equipment needed to provide the requested services.

Failure to give proper consideration in the bid to site conditions will not constitute grounds for additional compensation. The TPWD Contacts listed below are only for scheduling a pre-site inspection. All inquiries concerning the solicitation must follow the instructions in Section 16 of the IFB.

Pre-Bid Site Inspection Contact: Nathan Green or David Fischer, 806-488-2227, Nathan.Green@tpwd.texas.gov, David.Fischer@tpwd.texas.gov .

4) SERVICE REQUIREMENTS:

The Contractor shall:

a) Have an adequate inventory of portable toilets necessary to fulfill the requirements of the solicitation on an as-needed basis.

b) Portable toilets shall meet the following requirements:

i) Standard Size Portable Toilet shall be high-capacity polyethylene construction with vent stack, self-closing door with interior lock and “occupied” indicator, and slip-resistant floor. Sufficient paper capacity to coincide with standard cleaning schedule for replenishment. Includes a dispenser filled with hand sanitizer containing less than 5% total alcohol content, with sufficient capacity to coincide with standard cleaning schedule for replenishment.

ii) Handicap/ADA Size Portable Toilet shall be high-capacity polyethylene construction with vent stack, self-closing door with interior lock and “occupied” indicator, and slip-resistant floor. Sufficient paper capacity to coincide with standard cleaning schedule for replenishment. Includes a dispenser filled with hand sanitizer containing less than 5% total alcohol content, with sufficient capacity to coincide with standard cleaning schedule for replenishment.

iii) Portable toilets are to be compliant with all applicable codes, regulations, and industry standards, including disposal; specifically, the Americans with Disabilities Act, Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines, and ANSI A117.1 specification for making buildings and facilities accessible to and usable by physically handicapped people.

c) Provide all labor, materials, equipment, tools, transportation, and methods of communication necessary to meet requirements of the specified services throughout the term of the contract. All services shall be mailto:Nathan.Green@tpwd.texas.gov mailto:David.Fischer@tpwd.texas.gov

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d) Contractor shall set-up and service portable toilets in an area or areas designated by TPWD.

e) All portable toilets are to be serviced two (2) times per week as part of the rental fee. Service shall include, but not be limited to, the following:

i) Empty waste tank contents from the unit; remove and dispose of contents as required by state and federal regulations. Contractor shall comply with all state and federal regulations, referenced in Section 8.k.

ii) Thoroughly clean waste tank and refill with chemically treated water (treatment to include anti-freeze when necessary to prevent equipment damage during cold weather/freezing temperatures).

iii) Thoroughly clean and disinfect seats, doors, walls, floors, and any other exposed surface.

iv) Deodorant blocks must be installed and replenished.

v) Toilet tissue dispensers must be fully restocked.

vi) Hand sanitizer dispenser shall be refilled (with less than 5% total alcohol content).

vii) Remove and dispose of any debris, such as loose paper and trash, inside the unit. Contractor shall comply with all state and federal regulations, referenced in Section 8.k.

viii) Remove any graffiti applied to any portion of the portable toilet.

ix) Inspect and repair any broken elements of the portable toilet unit, as necessary.

x) Clean exterior, as necessary.

xi) Must ensure the unit areas are kept free of waste materials. Immediately clean up any spillage of waste materials during the collection process.

f) Portable hand-washing stations shall meet the following requirements, if offered:

i) A single station setup and shall be set up in an area or areas designated by TPWD.

ii) Should allow hand-free operation through a foot pump or other mechanism.

iii) Should include a soap dispenser filled with antibacterial soap and a paper towel dispenser filled with paper towels.

iv) Should be serviced two (2) times per week for a week-long scheduled special event as part of the rental fee and include that the water tank, paper towels, and soap dispenser must be replenished/restocked and the exterior cleaned, as needed.

g) Cleaning services shall be scheduled on a mutually agreed-upon day and time, Monday through Friday. If an agreed-upon cleaning day is on a holiday, the scheduled cleaning shall occur on the following business day.

A list of state holidays can be found here: https://comptroller.texas.gov/about/holidays.php

h) Contractor shall provide necessary maintenance on units to keep them in operating condition, including repairs to units, cleaning, and painting, at no additional charge to TPWD.

i) Portable unit construction, materials, and condition are subject to the approval of TPWD. If unit is determined unacceptable by TPWD, the unit must be replaced within 3 calendar days of request.

j) Special Events: The Park anticipates no more than two (2) special events during the year. The event takes place over the course of one (1) day. However, TPWD reserves the right to change quantities and schedule special events according to the business needs.

k) Contractor shall provide additional cleaning, on an as-needed basis, as specified by TPWD. Contractor shall provide the requested cleaning within thirty-six (36) hours of being notified by a TPWD representative.

Contractor must notify TPWD within twenty-four hours (24) if this requirement cannot be met.

l) TPWD reserves the right to add or decrease the number of units, change the size of the units, and/or adjust the frequency of cleaning and servicing, based upon actual usage. The number of units and frequency of service will be based on park visitation. The Contractor shall adjust the number of units during peak and non-peak season as requested by TPWD.

https://comptroller.texas.gov/about/holidays.php

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5) EQUIPMENT:

a) All equipment, materials, and parts not specifically mentioned which are necessary and required for the completion of work must be furnished by the Contractor at no cost to the agency.

b) Cleaning of Units and Equipment: Contractor shall be required to wash and clean units and equipment in accordance with TPWD’s onsite manager or designee before accessing the property and before transportation from the property to prevent introduction and spread of unwanted exotic species. Washing and cleaning is required of all units and equipment that will arrive from offsite to be transported from site during service. Equipment that is left onsite during the service is not subject to these conditions.

c) All equipment shall be in safe working order and have appropriate safety equipment installed and intact per manufacturers’ recommendations.

d) All other areas of TPWD property are closed and off-limits to the Contractor and their employees. Only those personnel critical to the performance and completion of this service will be allowed on the park premises. No pets are allowed.

6) MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A contract shall be awarded ONLY to a Contractor who is experienced in providing the services contained herein. Awarded Contractor shall meet the following minimum qualifications:

a) Shall have been engaged in the business of providing the specified services for a minimum of three (3) years.

Recent start-up businesses do not meet the requirements of this solicitation. NOTE: A start-up business is defined as a new company that has no previous operational history or expertise in the relevant business and is not affiliated with a company that has a history of expertise.

b) Complete Exhibit A – Company Profile, and Exhibit B – Past Projects with Corresponding References and return with bid.

c) All references must be verifiable by phone or email within ten (10) business days of bid evaluation.

7) CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS:

a) Contractor represents and warrants that Contractor and Contractor’s employees performing services outlined in this Solicitation and subsequent contract, have not been convicted of a felony criminal offense, or that if such a conviction has occurred, Contractor has fully advised TPWD as to the facts and circumstances surrounding the conviction.

b) Contractor’s employees that will complete any services described herein will be subject to a criminal background check. A complete criminal background check shall be completed by TPWD prior to any employee performance of services and may be requested at any time thereafter throughout the duration of the contract.

c) TPWD reserves the right to waive any findings that do not impact the successful completion of the services and/or safety of TPWD staff or that of the public. It is TPWD’s sole discretion to determine potential impact or risk.

8) CONTRACTOR REQUIREMENTS:

a) Contractor agrees to conduct all its services under the awarded contract by and through appropriate communications with TPWD. Additional work or other services shall not be undertaken by Contractor except with the prior written authorization by TPWD. Contractor understands and agrees that work or other service performed without prior written authorization from TPWD is work outside the scope of the contract and shall be performed exclusively at Contractor’s own risk.

b) Contractor is responsible for all materials and equipment stored at the work site.

c) Contractor is responsible for the removal of all debris, litter, and rubbish, at each scheduled service visit throughout the contract.

d) Contractor shall be solely responsible for the safe operation of all equipment used and for the safety of all personnel employed by or under contract to the Contractor.

e) Contractor shall be solely responsible for any damage attributable to Contractor’s operation. Contractor, at their own expense, shall repair any such damage immediately. The repair work is subject to inspection and acceptance by TPWD.

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f) Contractor shall provide all labor, equipment, supervision, and any other necessary and incidental materials to complete this service.

g) Contractor is responsible for any and all clean-up caused by the operation.

h) Units must be inspected at each scheduled service visit for signs of leaks. Such leaks shall be promptly repaired, and measures will be taken to prevent soil contamination or waste leaks. When servicing equipment onsite, waste and other fluids shall be drained into containers and properly disposed of in accordance with appropriate waste disposal practices. Contractor shall immediately clean up any spillage of waste materials.

i) Contractor shall be solely responsible for maintaining safety at all work sites and shall take all reasonable steps to ensure safety for both workers and the public, including traffic control.

j) Contractor may be permitted to leave heavy equipment on site per TPWD staff direction. TPWD will not be responsible for Contractor equipment left on site.

k) Contractor shall follow all state and federal regulations for portable toilet facilities including but not limited to:

i) Texas Administrative Code (TAC) Rule §295.166, Standards for Toilet Facilities and Toilet Rooms,

ii) The Solid Waste Disposal Act, Health and Safety Code Chapter 361,

iii) Water Quality Control, Water Code Chapter 26,

iv) Occupational Safety and Health Standards, Part Number 1910.141, Sanitation, and

v) Protection of Environment Title 40, Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), Parts 239 – 282.

9) STATE OF TEXAS SUBCONTRACTING PLAN: TPWD has determined there are no probable VetHUB Subcontracting Opportunities for this solicitation.

10) PERFORMANCE MEASURES:

a) Contractor will be responsible for the performance of any contractual obligations that may result from an award based on this IFB and shall not be relieved due to non-performance of any or all employees. By submitting a bid, the Bidder commits to providing the goods and services required herein. The awarded Bidder will be required to abide by TPWD policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines relevant to the execution of the awarded contract.

b) TPWD will measure and evaluate the Contractor’s performance under the contract. If the Contractor does not meet any standards for deliverables, TPWD may impose remedies if Contractor fails to meet their responsibilities as outlined in the IFB and the terms and conditions of the contract. All services and deliverables under the contract shall be provided at an acceptable quality level and in a manner consistent with acceptable industry standards, customs, and practices. In the event TPWD deems that the Contractor’s performance does not meet an acceptable quality level of services and deliverables, TPWD may seek or impose remedies with the Contractor. Remedies shall include negative vendor performance report(s), corrective action plans, withholding payments due to poor performance, contract non-compliance, and/or cancellation of the contract. Contractor will use the provided Portable Toilet and Handwash Inspection Checklist (Attachment A) as an aid to ensure that all units are delivered and services performed.

c) Performance shall be measured by the following criteria:

i) Timeliness and installation of new unit setups.

ii) Timeliness of completing routine schedule of services.

iii) Responsiveness to TPWD request for adding or removing a unit.

iv) Turnaround time for installation of new units or removal of extra units.

v) Compliance with state and federal standards for waste removal and disposal.

11) TPWD RESPONSIBILITIES:

a) TPWD will designate a Contract/Project Manager upon award.

b) TPWD will furnish no labor, materials, equipment, or facilities unless otherwise provided for in the contract.

https://texas-sos.appianportalsgov.com/rules-and-meetings?$locale=en_US&interface=VIEW_TAC_SUMMARY&queryAsDate=08%2F11%2F2026&recordId=2431 https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/?tab=1&code=HS&chapter=HS.361&artSec= https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/?tab=1&code=WA&chapter=WA.26&artSec= https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-29/subtitle-B/chapter-XVII/part-1910/subpart-J/section-1910.141 https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-40

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12) SAFETY: All equipment used on government property will be in accordance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Regulations. All safety equipment will be used at all times when operating equipment on government property.

13) ADDITIONAL SERVICES: Where found to be in the best interest of TPWD, this contract may be amended in writing to provide additional services, provided that such additional services are within the original scope and intent of the contract. For example, additional cleaning services are needed during the term of the contract; in such a case, the Contractor shall provide a written quotation for performing the additional work. TPWD FR-P&C Section will execute an Amendment for additional services. No additional services shall be performed without a fully executed Contract Amendment in place.

14) QUANTITIES: Quantities listed herein are projected, and TPWD reserves the right to increase or decrease quantities prior to award depending on bid results and budget constraints. Unless this solicitation document states otherwise, the resulting contract award does not guarantee volume or commitment of funds. TPWD will only pay for actual goods received or services performed.

15) INSURANCE:

a) Contractor shall procure and maintain, during the entire period of their performance under this contract, the following minimum insurance:

Type of Insurance Each Occurrence/Aggregate Workers Compensation Statutory Employer's Liability Bodily Injury by Accident Bodily Injury by Disease Bodily Injury by Disease

$500,000 Ea. Accident $500,000 Ea. Employee $500,000 Policy Limit

Commercial General Liability General Aggregate Applies Per Project

$500,000 Bodily Injury & Property Damage - Each Occurrence $1,000,000 Aggregate Limit $5,000 Medical Expense Each Person $500,000 Personal Injury & Advertising Liability $1,000,000 Products / Completed Operations Aggregate Limit

Automobile Liability All Owned, Hired and Non-Owned Vehicles $500,000 Combined Single Limit

b) Workers’ Compensation is required by an employer, which is defined as “a person who employs one or more employees”. If Bidder has no employees, such insurance is not required. If Bidder claims they have no employees, TPWD will require a statement to that fact.

c) Policy must contain an additional insured endorsement: The State of Texas, acting through Texas Parks and Wildlife Department and its officers and employees, is listed as an additional insured and loss payee.

d) Prior to the commencement of the work, and not later than ten (10) business days following award, the Contractor shall provide to TPWD a Certificate of Insurance as proof that the required insurance is in full force and effect.

e) The Certificate of Insurance shall be sent to Synthia De Hoyos, Financial Resources Purchasing and Contracting, 4200 Smith School Road, Austin, Texas 78744, synthia.dehoyos@tpwd.texas.gov .

16) INQUIRIES:

a) Contact: All requests, questions, or other communications about this Solicitation shall be made in writing to

TPWD’s FR-Purchasing and Contracting section, addressed to the following person:

Synthia De Hoyos, CTCD, CTCM Email: purchasing.bidbox@tpwd.texas.gov, Phone Number: 512-389-4510 Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, 4200 Smith School Road, Austin, TX 78744

b) Clarifications: TPWD will allow written requests for clarification of this Solicitation. Questions may be emailed to the 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 passage being questioned; and c) Question.

mailto:synthia.dehoyos@tpwd.texas.gov mailto:purchasing.bidbox@tpwd.texas.gov

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c) Prohibited Communications: Upon issuance of this solicitation, TPWD, its representatives, or partners, will not answer questions or otherwise discuss the content of this Solicitation with any potential Bidder or their representative(s), except for written inquiries described in Section b) above. Attempts to ask questions by phone or in person will not be allowed or recognized as valid. Failure to observe this restriction may disqualify Bidder. Bidder should rely only on written statements issued through or by TPWD’s FR-Purchasing and Contracting staff. This restriction does not preclude discussions between affected parties for the purposes of conducting business unrelated to this solicitation.

17) DELIVERY AND ACCEPTANCE:

a) Service Completion Delays: If delay is foreseen, Contractor shall give written notice to TPWD. Default in promised completion without accepted reasons or failure to meet specifications authorizes TPWD to purchase services of this contract elsewhere and charge any increased costs for the services, including the cost of resoliciting, to the Contractor.

b) Acceptance: All services performed will be subject to acceptance inspection upon completion. Acceptance inspection will not take more than five (5) working days, weather permitting. Contractor will be notified within this time frame of any units not delivered or work not performed in full compliance with the purchase order specifications.

18) 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 Standard Time on the Bid Deadline Date specified on IFB Page 1. Late bids will not be considered under any circumstances.

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

iii) Bid Delivery: Bids may be returned via email to Purchasing.BidBox@tpwd.texas.gov, mail or hand delivered.

iv) Bids submitted by mail or hand-delivery should be placed in a sealed envelope and correctly identified with IFB number and Bid Deadline Date and time. It is the Bidder’s responsibility to appropriately mark and deliver the bids to TPWD by the specified date and time.

v) Bidders 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: Bidder must submit the IFB form, signed, dated, and completed. Failure to submit this required document and information will result in disqualification of bid.

ii) Exhibit A: Company Profile

iii) Exhibit B: Past Projects with Corresponding References

c) Bid Period: Bids shall be binding for a period of sixty (60) business days from Bid Due Date.

19) EVALUATION AND AWARD:

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

b) TPWD reserves the right to consider Bidder qualifications, equipment, facilities, references; conduct studies and other investigations as necessary to evaluate any bid; request additional relevant information; disqualify bid based on unsatisfactory reference checks, reports, and records of service.

c) Award: TPWD will award a Contract to the Bidder whose bid 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 mailto:Purchasing.BidBox@tpwd.texas.gov

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iii. Delivery Terms

iv. Past Performance

v. The Quality and Reliability of the Goods and Services

vi. Life Cycle Costs

vii. Installation Costs

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

a) Contractor to submit invoice(s) to accounts.payable@tpwd.texas.gov or mail to Texas Parks and Wildlife, Accounts Payable, 4200 Smith School Road, Austin, TX 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 thirty (30) days after receipt of a properly prepared invoice, or the receipt of and acceptance of services ordered, whichever is later. State agencies are required by state law to pay properly submitted invoices within 30 days.

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

iv) Electronic payment may be available through some ordering entities. Contact Accounts Payable at 512- 389-4833 for additional information.

21) BIDDER AFFIRMATION:

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

b) Pursuant to Texas Government Code, Tile 10, Subtitle D, Section 2155.004(a), the Bidder has not received compensation for participation.

mailto:accounts.payable@tpwd.texas.gov

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EXHIBIT A – COMPANY PROFILE

Bidder shall use this Exhibit to clearly demonstrate how they meet the requirements set forth in this IFB.

This form may be modified as needed to comply with the requirement to document company information. Failure to return this Exhibit may result in the bid being considered non-responsive.

Company Name:

Number Years in Business: Number of Employees:

Principal place of business (Corporate Headquarters):

Address:

City, State, Zip:

Facility responsible for servicing the contract:

Address:

City, State, Zip:

Contact Person regarding company’s proposal submission to the solicitation:

Name / Title:

Phone Number: Fax Number:

Email Address:

Personnel who will be responsible for the management and day-to-day operations of the services solicited in this IFB.

Name/Title:

Indicate if your company or any of its subsidiaries filed or met criteria for bankruptcy within last five years.

__Yes __No If yes, explain.

Indicate if your company or any of its subsidiaries has been involved in litigation within last five years. If yes, explain.

__Yes __No If yes, explain.

Description of firm's background, history, and qualifications: (You may attach additional page for this section.)

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EXHIBIT B – PAST PROJECTS WITH CORRESPONDING REFERENCES

Bidder Name: ____________________________________________

Bidders shall use this Exhibit to provide a minimum of three (3) references for jobs completed within the last five (5) years. The references shall illustrate recent experience successfully completing work of a similar nature and scope as the work described in this IFB. This form may be modified as needed to comply with the requirement to document company information. Attention: Do NOT use TPWD staff or past work performed for TPWD as a “reference” in Exhibit B. Failure to return this Exhibit may result in the bid being considered non-responsive.

TPWD reserves the right to check references prior to award. Any negative responses received may be grounds for disqualification of the bid.

REFERENCE 1:

Company Name:

Company Address:

Contact Name/Title/Phone:

Service Period:

Brief Description of Project

REFERENCE 2:

Company Name:

Company Address:

Contact Name/Title/Phone:

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REFERENCE 3:

Contact Name/Title/Phone:

REFERENCE 4:

Contact Name/Title/Phone:

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GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS

OCTOBER 2025

(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.gov/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 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.

http://www.txsmartbuy.gov/esbd

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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.

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 non-performance (i.e., late delivery, etc.).

3.3.7. Contractor performance information is located on the CPA web site at:

www.txsmartbuy.gov/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 non-award 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 http://www.txsmartbuy.gov/vpts

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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.

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 time period, serial number, unit price, quantity, and total price of the products and services. 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

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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.

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