Equipment Trailers

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) issued a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the procurement of two new equipment trailers for the State Parks Division: one 18-foot utility bumper pull trailer and one 32-foot gooseneck low-pro flatdeck equipment trailer. Both trailers must be new, manufacturer-approved or TPWD-equivalent models, and must meet detailed technical specifications including specific GVWR ratings, axle configurations, suspension types, brake systems, tire specifications, and safety features outlined in the solicitation. Bids must be submitted in person at the Senator West "Doing Business Texas Style Spot Bid Fair" in Irving, Texas on May 11-12, 2026, with a firm deadline of May 12, 2026 at 2:30 PM CST; hand-delivered bids only are accepted, and faxed or mailed submissions will not be considered. Delivery must be completed by August 31, 2026, with vendors required to contact TPWD to schedule delivery and provide one week's advance notice prior to delivery to TPWD Headquarters Fleet Division at 4200 Smith School Road, Austin, Texas 78744. Pricing must be quoted on an F.O.B. destination basis with freight prepaid and allowed, including all applicable shipping, handling, fuel surcharges, delivery, tariffs, and offloading fees. Award will be made to the respondent offering the best value to TPWD, considering lowest price, technical capability, delivery schedule, and past performance, with all equipment covered by manufacturer's warranty and delivered in full compliance with specifications.

The solicitation document does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions limiting responses to particular types of organizations, including disadvantaged enterprises, nor does it identify any incumbent vendors or current contractors. No existing infrastructure or technology integration requirements are mentioned in the procurement. Vendors must supply dealer tags within 60 days of delivery and provide original Manufacturer's Statements of Origin, Texas title applications, and proof of inspection documentation. TPWD reserves the right to increase or decrease the quantities prior to award based on bid results and budget constraints. No specific budget range or award value is disclosed in the solicitation; pricing will be determined through the competitive bidding process at the spot bid fair event.