25’ Fiberglass Boat, Outboard Motor, and Trailer Package

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is conducting an Invitation for Bid (IFB No. 802-25-57027) for the procurement of twelve fully assembled 25' fiberglass boats with 300hp outboard motors and trailers for its Law Enforcement Division. The solicitation requires boats meeting specific technical specifications, including a beam of 98-104 inches, weight of 1700-2200 pounds, and fuel capacity of 50-76 gallons. Acceptable boat models include Majek Xtreme 25', Haynie 25 McClain, Transport XLR8 2480, and Dargel 250 Kuda or approved equivalents. The boats will be distributed across four TPWD locations: one unit to San Angelo, three units to College Station, five units to Temple, and three units to Corpus Christi. Bids are due by 2:00 PM on January 22, 2025, with the contract commencing upon issuance and expiring after final delivery and acceptance. TPWD will evaluate bids based on best value criteria, including price, vendor qualifications, delivery schedules, and past performance. Vendors are permitted to submit multiple bids with different manufacturers/models to address potential delivery delays.

The solicitation does not specify any specific set-aside designations or restrictions on respondent types. Optional accessories, including T-tops, electronics packages, communications equipment, and other items, may be awarded in whole, part, or none based on available funding. Vendors must provide separate line-item pricing for boats, motors, trailers, and accessories for property reporting purposes, though units must be delivered fully assembled. TPWD offers vendors the option to pick up units near delivery points to reduce freight charges. No specific budget range or award value is explicitly stated in the procurement documents. The bid allows flexibility in proposal submissions, with vendors able to propose different configurations and accessories. Pre-delivery inspection by TPWD's Boating Law Administrator is required before final delivery, ensuring compliance with the department's specific operational requirements.