Boat, Motor, Trailer

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) State Parks Division has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) No. 802-25-55804 for the procurement of a comprehensive marine package consisting of an aluminum boat, outboard motor, and matching trailer. The solicitation, posted on April 21, 2025, with bids due on May 6, 2025, at 2:00 pm CST, specifically requires a 22-foot aluminum boat with detailed technical specifications, a 200hp outboard motor, and a corresponding aluminum trailer. The procurement is limited to licensed marine dealers, authorized distributors, or manufacturers who can deliver the entire boat, motor, and trailer package fully assembled as a single unit to TPWD State Parks at 4200 Smith School Road in Austin, Texas. Vendors must provide comprehensive details including make/model, warranty information, and estimated delivery timeframes for each component, with line-item costs required for individual components to facilitate property reporting. The technical specifications are extensive, covering hull construction, electrical systems, fuel capacity, accessories, and performance characteristics, ensuring a precise and high-quality marine equipment acquisition.

The solicitation includes provisions for potential preferences for historically underutilized businesses (HUBs), Texas bidders, and other designated business categories. While specific pricing is not pre-filled, the bid allows for consideration of vendors meeting various preferential criteria. The contract will commence upon issuance and automatically expire after successful delivery and final acceptance by TPWD. Although a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive technical requirements suggest a significant investment in marine equipment. The procurement is open to qualified vendors who can meet the stringent technical specifications and delivery requirements, with an emphasis on local and disadvantaged business participation. The contract covers Travis County and multiple Austin City jurisdictions, indicating a localized but specific procurement process for state park equipment.