Enclosed Cargo Trailers

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is requesting bids on eleven new enclosed cargo trailers of varying sizes for the State Parks Division under IFB 802-26-81533, with bids due August 25, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Central Time. A Texas-vendor preference under Title 34 TAC Rule 20.306 applies, including service-disabled veteran-owned businesses.

The scope includes one tandem-axle 7-by-16-foot trailer, three tandem-axle 7-by-14-foot trailers, and seven V-nose tandem-axle 8.5-by-20-foot trailers. All units must be new equipment with manufacturer's standard warranties and must comply with detailed specifications covering dimensions, weight capacity, braking systems, electrical components, lighting, and tires. Bidders must submit signed bid forms with specified make and model information and delivery dates.

Unit prices must include all shipping, handling, fuel surcharges, delivery, and offloading fees. Delivery is FOB destination to TPWD Headquarters Fleet Division at 4200 Smith School Road, Austin, Texas. The contract commences upon issuance and expires upon delivery and final acceptance by TPWD. TPWD will conduct acceptance inspections and performance testing within five working days of receipt; units failing to comply with all specifications will not be accepted. Contractor must provide original Certificate of Origin, Application for Texas Title, invoice with matching VIN numbers, and a dealer's tag valid for 60 days from delivery. Payment is made within 30 days after inspection and approval, provided invoices include the contractor's Texas Identification Number, contract/purchase order number, itemized descriptions with unit prices, and extended prices.

TPWD reserves the right to award to multiple vendors or reject any or all bids based on best-value criteria including lowest price, qualifications and experience, delivery schedule, past performance, installation costs, and lifecycle costs. Bids must remain binding for sixty business days from the due date.