Outboard Motors

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is seeking to procure a variety of outboard motors, including three 250 HP motors, one 90 HP motor, one 115 HP motor, and one 225 HP motor. The solicitation, issued as an Invitation for Bid (IFB), specifies detailed technical requirements for each motor, including engine type, shaft length, emissions ratings, and other features. The IFB also provides information on the delivery locations and schedules, as well as the bid submission process, which requires bids to be received by 2:00 PM Central Time on June 25, 2024. The contract resulting from this IFB will commence upon issuance and automatically expire upon the agreed-upon delivery date. TPWD will award the contract to the bidder providing the best value, considering factors such as price, ability to meet the requirements, delivery schedule, and past performance.

The solicitation includes several addendums that provide clarification on vendor responsibilities, the current vessel models the motors will be used on, and the installation and delivery process. The addendums also extend the bid due date from June 18, 2024 to June 25, 2024. The IFB outlines various state preferences that bidders may claim, such as for goods produced in Texas or by service-disabled veteran-owned businesses. The successful contractor will be required to comply with all applicable state and federal laws, including those related to accessibility, debarment, and cybersecurity. No information is provided on set-aside designations, restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond, incumbent vendors, or current contractors, nor is any award value or budget range specified.