Powered Track Wheelchairs

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is seeking to purchase five (5) Powered Track Wheelchairs with Accessories for the State Parks Division. The Invitation for Bid (IFB) outlines detailed specifications for the wheelchairs, including requirements for maximum weight capacity, seat dimensions, range, turning radius, speed, motors, batteries, and accessories. The bid submission and evaluation process is detailed, with bids due by 2:00 PM on July 23, 2024. TPWD will evaluate bids based on lowest price, ability to meet requirements, delivery schedule, and past performance. The contract shall commence upon issuance and automatically expire upon the delivery date agreed upon and final acceptance by TPWD. Pricing must be FOB destination and include all shipping, handling, and delivery fees, with a 30-day payment period specified.

The IFB indicates that the contract may be awarded to a Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) certified vendor, but does not mention any set-asides or incumbent vendors. The funding source is not explicitly stated. The total value of the contract is not provided, but the procurement is for five wheelchairs with accessories, suggesting a contract value within the range typically associated with such a purchase by a state agency.