Landing Craft Vessel

The Texas General Land Office (GLO) has issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB) to solicit bids for a landing craft vessel. The GLO is seeking a vessel that can safely operate in rough seas and transport Utility Task Vehicles (UTVs), All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs), and other oil spill equipment to remote islands and beachhead areas along the Texas coast. The landing craft vessel must meet specific capabilities, including the ability to deploy containment boom and provide weather protection for personnel. Bidders must provide a total cost for the landing craft vessel, trailer, and delivery. The GLO will consider best value for the state when awarding the contract, and the successful Bidder must perform onsite sea trials prior to delivery and provide a standard manufacturer's warranty on the entire vessel package. The deadline for bid submission is June 7, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. CT, and the expected notice of award/issuance of purchase order is June 14, 2024.

The IFB does not require a HUB Subcontracting Plan, but the GLO encourages the use of Historically Underutilized Businesses. The solicitation does not list any incumbent vendors or current contractors, and there is no information provided about existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The IFB does not specify a budget range, but the contract will be awarded to the lowest bidder that meets the specifications and provides the best value to the State.