Lubbock Fuel Point Replacement

The Texas Military Department is requesting bids on fuel point replacement at the Lubbock Armed Forces Readiness Center under IFB TMD26-FMO-0042995, with bids due July 20, 2026, and mandatory site visits July 7–8. Participation in the Texas HUB (Historically Underutilized Business) subcontracting program is required; respondents must submit a HUB Subcontracting Plan demonstrating good faith efforts to utilize HUB-certified vendors or notify at least three HUB vendors and two trade organizations of subcontracting opportunities at least seven working days before bid submission.

The scope comprises removal and installation of a new fuel pump/motor skid assembly (GASBOY model 9153KTW2-CXFPP or equivalent), modification of existing piping with primer and paint, upgrade signage, pressure washing of a 6,000-gallon fuel tank, and application of two-part epoxy paint. Attendance at a minimum of one mandatory site visit is required for bid eligibility. Pricing is firm fixed-price for all commodities, services, delivery, and installation; unit prices govern in case of extension errors. Prompt payment discounts of 10, 20, or 30 days may be offered.

The initial contract term is one year from notice of award, subject to funding availability. The contract requires a performance bond for awards exceeding $100,000 and a payment bond for awards exceeding $25,000. Insurance requirements include workers' compensation, commercial general liability of $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate, and automobile liability of $500,000 combined single limit, all issued by A.M. Best-rated companies with the Texas Military Department named as additional insured. Contractors must provide a two-year minimum warranty on all parts with a 48-hour response time for warranty calls and three-day completion for replacements. Written questions are due July 10 at 2:00 p.m. CST; a Question and Answer document is anticipated by July 15. Respondents must provide three references for similar projects completed within the past five years and demonstrate OSHA compliance and financial solvency.