Container Bunkhouse

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB No. 802-25-56510) for a custom container bunkhouse to be delivered to the Alazan Bayou Wildlife Management Area in Nacogdoches, Texas. The procurement seeks one container bunkhouse with specific design requirements, including dimensions of approximately 40-53 feet long, 8.5 feet wide, and 9.5 feet tall. The specified container must feature spray foam insulation, cedar trim, pine siding, two bedrooms, a full-size kitchen with appliances, a bathroom, and three air conditioning units. Bidders can provide equivalent models from manufacturers like XCaliber Containers or Bob's Containers, with a preference for new equipment and a standard manufacturer's warranty. The bid evaluation will be based on best value criteria, considering factors such as lowest price, specification compliance, delivery schedule, and vendor past performance. The solicitation was posted on March 26, 2025, with bid responses due on April 9, 2025, at 2:00 pm CST.

The procurement includes provisions for historically underutilized businesses (HUB) and various state procurement preferences, suggesting potential set-aside opportunities for qualifying businesses. While no specific budget range is disclosed in the documentation, the contract will commence upon issuance and automatically expire upon delivery and final acceptance of the container bunkhouse. Bidders must submit detailed specifications, comprehensive warranty information, and estimated delivery dates as part of their proposal. The solicitation indicates flexibility in manufacturer selection, allowing for equivalent models that meet the specified requirements. The procurement is specific to Mills County, Texas, and is limited to the procurement of a single container bunkhouse for the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department's Alazan Bayou Wildlife Management Area. Potential vendors should carefully review the full solicitation to ensure complete compliance with all technical specifications and bidding requirements.