Residence Lease Big Spring Texas

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is issuing an Invitation for Bid (IFB) to lease a residential property between 1,500 and 2,000 square feet located within 30 driving miles of Big Spring State Park in Howard County, Texas. The procurement seeks a single-family house, duplex, or apartment with a minimum of three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a fenced yard capable of accommodating large breed dogs up to 100 pounds. Required amenities include a refrigerator with freezer, stove/oven, washer/dryer hookups, parking for at least two vehicles, central heating and air conditioning, and window treatments. The initial lease term is 24 months commencing April 1, 2026, or upon award (whichever is later) through March 31, 2028, with three available one-year renewal options under identical terms and conditions. Bids must be submitted by 2:00 PM Central Standard Time on February 12, 2026, to Purchasing.bidbox@tpwd.texas.gov or by mail to 4200 Smith School Road, Austin, Texas 78744. Evaluation of submissions will be completed within 60 days of the bid deadline based on best value criteria including lease cost, utility costs, property age and condition, location accessibility, parking availability, and security measures. TPWD reserves the right to conduct site inspections and may reject properties based on neighborhood crime rates and building conditions.

The procurement does not identify any set-aside designations or restrictions limiting participation to specific organization types or disadvantaged enterprises. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are referenced in the solicitation. The lessor must maintain commercial general liability insurance and workers' compensation insurance with Texas-licensed carriers holding an "A" rating from A.M. Best and Company, with certificates required within ten days of contract award. The lessor is responsible for routine maintenance response within 24 hours and emergency response within four hours for critical systems including air conditioning, electrical, plumbing, roof leaks, and water disruptions. TPWD prefers utilities (electric, water, sewer, gas, and trash) included in the monthly rental price, though respondents must specify which utilities are included and which remain the lessee's responsibility. Price escalations upon renewal are permitted in accordance with the Consumer Price Index published by the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics, with the baseline index set at the month of award. The specific monthly lease value or budget range is not disclosed in the solicitation documentation.