Boat Motors

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) numbered 802-26-75218 for the purchase of two 250-horsepower Suzuki outboard motors with accessories for the Law Enforcement Division. The specific deliverables consist of two identical 250 HP Suzuki outboard motors, each featuring a standard rotation, 20-inch shaft, electronic fuel injection, electric start, and either a fly-by-wire or power-assisted hydraulic steering system, along with required accessories including a 10-inch Bobs action series extreme hydraulic jackplate, HH5779-4 pro helm, and 5345-3 cylinder. The motors must meet a minimum 3-star California Air Resources Board (CARB) rating and be covered by the manufacturer's standard warranty for government use. Delivery is required to two separate locations: TPWD LE Region 4 Twin City Boat Storage in Texas City, Texas, and Captain Marks Bastrop Marina in Freeport, Texas. Bids were due on April 22, 2026, at 2:00 PM Central Standard Time, with submissions accepted via email to Purchasing.BidBox@tpwd.texas.gov or by mail/hand delivery to TPWD's Purchasing and Contracting office at 4200 Smith School Road, Austin, Texas 78744. Bidders must provide the brand/model of the quoted product, delivery timeframe in calendar days from order receipt, and descriptive literature addressing all specifications, with freight quoted FOB destination including all shipping, handling, and delivery fees in the unit price. Award will be made on the basis of best value, considering factors including lowest price, ability and qualifications, delivery/service schedule, and past performance.

This procurement is restricted to actively licensed marine dealers, manufacturers, or manufacturer's authorized distributors, with documentation of authorization required from distributors. The purchase is classified as proprietary under Texas Government Code Section 2155.067 and is federally funded through a federal grant specifically designated for Suzuki motors; therefore, alternate makes and models will not be considered. Respondents must comply with all applicable federal contract provisions, including Davis-Bacon Act wage requirements, clean air and water pollution control standards, and prohibition on covered telecommunications equipment. No incumbent vendors or budget range was listed in the solicitation documents. The contract term commences upon issuance and expires upon delivery and final acceptance by TPWD, with TPWD reserving the right to award on the basis of lowest line-item bid, lowest total, or any combination serving the state's best interest.