16ft Aluminum Boat Package

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is seeking to procure a comprehensive 16-foot aluminum boat package through Invitation for Bid (IFB) No. 802-25-62450, targeting the Law Enforcement Division's specific equipment needs. The procurement encompasses one 15'5" Modified V Bottom Aluminum Boat, one 40 hp Tiller Drive Outboard Motor, and one Aluminum Boat Trailer, to be delivered to the TPWD Law Enforcement Boat Barn in Baytown, TX. Specific requirements include a modified V bottom hull, non-skid flooring, USCG-approved navigation lights, and a fire extinguisher, with the entire package to be fully assembled and delivered as a single unit. The bid is due on June 03, 2025, at 2:00 pm CST, with the contract commencing upon issuance and automatically expiring upon delivery and final acceptance. Evaluation criteria will consider lowest price, bidder qualifications, delivery schedule, and past performance, with TPWD reserving the right to determine the best value. Bidders must provide comprehensive descriptive literature, product specifications, and warranty information.

The procurement is exclusively open to actively licensed Marine Dealers, Manufacturers, or Manufacturer's Authorized Distributors, who must submit documentation of their authorization at the time of bid submission. No specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are mentioned in the solicitation. The contract allows for potential optional accessories like a GPS unit, subject to fund availability. While no incumbent vendors are identified, the solicitation indicates that the boat package must meet precise technical specifications and integrate with existing TPWD Law Enforcement Division equipment and operational requirements. Although a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the boat package procurement suggests a significant investment in specialized maritime law enforcement equipment. The jurisdictions involved in this procurement include Harris County and multiple Austin City jurisdictions, indicating a statewide interest in this equipment acquisition.