Hardin-Jefferson Counties Boat Storage Lease

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is seeking an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for two enclosed garage-style boat storage spaces located in either Lumberton (Hardin County) or Beaumont (Jefferson County), near the Neches River or its tributary. The storage spaces must each be approximately 330 square feet, totaling 660 square feet, with specific dimensional requirements of 10 feet height, 11 feet width, and 30 feet depth. Required features include lockable garage-style bay doors, 110-volt power outlets, concrete flooring capable of supporting heavy vehicles, and all-weather driveway material. The facility must provide secure 24/7 gated access with adequate indoor and outdoor lighting. The lease term is 24 months, running from February 1, 2025, through January 31, 2027, with three optional one-year renewal periods. Evaluation criteria will include lowest price, vendor qualifications, delivery/service schedule, past performance, and proximity to the specified area. Bids are due on January 21, 2025, at 2:00 PM, with the lessor required to provide emergency response within 2 hours and next-business-day response for non-emergency service calls.

The solicitation includes a vendor preference checklist that allows for potential preferences for Texas-based businesses, service-disabled veteran-owned businesses, and other state-specified business categories. While no specific set-asides are explicitly mentioned, the preference checklist suggests opportunities for diverse business participation. The lessor must maintain workers compensation and commercial general liability insurance coverage and will be responsible for all utility costs associated with the storage facility. No specific incumbent vendors or existing infrastructure integration requirements are noted in the documentation. Although the exact budget range is not specified, the procurement is for a lease of two boat storage spaces with a defined 24-month term and potential for three additional one-year renewals. The solicitation is open to vendors who can meet the detailed specifications for boat storage facilities in Hardin or Jefferson Counties, with a focus on providing secure, well-equipped storage spaces for TPWD's operational needs.