Ferry Propulsion System Parts

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB No. 601330000042877) for ferry propulsion system parts to support Galveston Ferry Operations. The solicitation seeks 19 specific marine equipment components, including O-rings, gland rings, shaft seal rings, plugs, washers, filter elements, screws, and grease cartridges, with quantities ranging from 2 to 80 units per item. Deliveries must be made between 8:00 AM and 3:00 PM Monday through Friday to 1000 Ferry Road North in Galveston, Texas. The procurement timeline includes a February 11, 2025 deadline for questions, with TxDOT's responses to be posted by February 13, 2025, and final bids due on February 21, 2025, at 10:00 AM Central Time. Award will be based on lowest price and the respondent's ability to meet technical requirements, with a tentative contract award date of February 28, 2025. TxDOT notes that the requested items may be proprietary to one provider under Texas Government Code 2155.067, though they encourage responses from all qualified vendors who can provide the specified items.

The solicitation does not require a HUB Subcontracting Plan, performance bonds, or specific financial requirements. Vendors must be registered on the Texas Comptroller's Centralized Master Bidders List (CMBL) to receive bidding opportunities. TxDOT offers an Early Payment Program that provides expedited invoice processing in exchange for vendor-selected cash discounts, with payments typically made within 10 business days. The procurement includes preferences for Texas-produced goods and services, as well as products from vendors with disabilities or those meeting specific air quality standards. Respondents must complete a Texas Family Code Schedule, disclosing ownership information for entities with 25% or greater ownership interest to verify compliance with child support obligations. All responses must be submitted through the Bonfire system at https://txdot.bonfirehub.com/, with specific formatting requirements for bid submission documents. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the solicitation suggests TxDOT will order only the amounts needed for operational requirements, not to exceed the aggregate contract amount.