Nine (9) 21-23 ft. Fiberglass Boats, Outboard Motors, Boat Trailers, and Accessories

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) has issued Invitation for Bid (IFB) No. 802-25-57231-R for the Law Enforcement Division, seeking to procure nine (9) fully equipped marine vessels across multiple Texas jurisdictions including Tarrant, Travis, and Webb Counties. The procurement specifically requires nine 21-23 ft. fiberglass boats, corresponding outboard motors, boat trailers, and related accessories to be delivered to regional TPWD Law Enforcement offices in locations such as San Angelo, Haltom City, Tyler, San Antonio, and Lubbock. Vendor eligibility is strictly limited to entities with an active Marine Dealer License, Manufacturer, or Manufacturer's Authorized Distributor status, who must submit qualifying documentation with their bid response. Detailed specifications encompass boat construction standards, motor performance requirements, trailer characteristics, and optional accessories including T-tops, flood lights, electronics packages, and wireless engine cutoff systems. The bid evaluation will consider multiple factors such as lowest price, boat design and safety, vendor qualifications, delivery schedule, and historical performance, with bids due on April 2, 2025, at 2:00 pm CST.

The solicitation does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or provisions for disadvantaged business enterprises. The procurement allows for line-item pricing of individual components while requiring boats to be submitted as complete, assembled packages. While specific budget ranges are not disclosed in the documentation, the procurement represents a comprehensive equipment acquisition for TPWD's Law Enforcement Division. The contract will commence upon issuance and automatically expire after successful delivery and final acceptance of the marine equipment. Potential bidders should note that the contract requires comprehensive documentation, including proof of marine dealer credentials and detailed technical specifications for each proposed vessel and associated equipment. The procurement is funded through TPWD's internal budget, suggesting a structured and predefined financial allocation for these marine assets.