RV Power Outlets

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) solicitation numbered 802-26-72561 for the procurement of RV power outlets to be installed across three state parks. TPWD seeks a total of 40 units of 30 AMP 120V RV power outlets and 183 units of 50 AMP 240V RV power outlets, with distribution to Garner State Park (15 units of 30 AMP and 68 units of 50 AMP), South Llano River State Park (25 units of 30 AMP and 5 units of 50 AMP), and Inks Lake State Park (110 units of 50 AMP). All outlets must be RV pad mount pedestals constructed of heavy galvanized zinc-coated steel with corrosion-resistant finishes, incorporating temporary power load center types with designated circuit breakers and receptacles meeting specified technical requirements. Bidders must submit sealed proposals by 2:00 PM Central Standard Time on February 24, 2026, to TPWD's Purchasing and Contracting office located at 4200 Smith School Road, Austin, Texas 78744, or via email to Purchasing.bidbox@tpwd.texas.gov. Award will be made based on best value criteria, including lowest price, ability and qualifications, delivery schedule, and past performance. All equipment must be new and unused, covered by manufacturer's standard warranty, and delivered ready for continuous operation with complete operating and service manuals included. Pricing must be submitted on an F.O.B. destination basis with all shipping, handling, fuel surcharges, delivery fees, and tariffs included, and bidders must specify delivery timeframes with their proposals. An addendum issued February 19, 2026, clarified that RV pad mount pedestals for both outlet types shall be mounted on concrete pads rather than direct burial installations.

The procurement documents do not specify set-aside designations or restrictions limiting responses to particular types of organizations, suggesting this opportunity is open to all qualified vendors. Manufacturer examples provided include Midwest Electric Products and GE, though equivalent products meeting all specifications will be considered, indicating that bidders are not required to use these specific manufacturers. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the available documentation. The contract will commence upon issuance and automatically expire upon delivery and final acceptance by TPWD, with acceptance inspection and performance testing to occur within five working days of receipt. Respondents must acknowledge receipt of Addendum 1 and return a signed copy with their proposal submission, and all bids are binding for 60 business days from the bid due date. TPWD reserves the right to increase or decrease quantities prior to award based on bid results and budget constraints, and no specific award value or budget range is disclosed in the solicitation documents.