Pre-Owned Aircraft, Twin Engine, Turbofan, Minimum 8 Passenger

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is seeking to procure a pre-owned, twin-engine, turbofan aircraft with a minimum passenger capacity of 8 seats through a competitive solicitation process. The procurement is identified by reference number 601440000050203 and was revised on 08/01/2025, with a bid submission deadline of September 29, 2025. Potential vendors must register through the Euna Procurement website and submit all proposal materials via the TxDOT Procurement Portal at https://txdot.bonfirehub.com/. Key requirements include utilizing the National Institute of Governmental Purchasing (NIGP) code for standardized vendor selection and ensuring compliance with the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts' Centralized Master Bidders List (CMBL) guidelines. Vendors must carefully review and adhere to all solicitation instructions, understanding that no responses will be accepted after the designated due date, and all updates or addendums will be posted on the procurement website.

The solicitation appears to have no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on vendor participation, though new suppliers must apply to be on the CMBL to receive bidding opportunities. Existing vendors are required to verify and update their CMBL information, ensuring their applicable NIGP class and item codes are correctly selected. Potential vendors can obtain additional registration information online or by contacting the Texas Comptroller at 512-463-3459. While the specific budget range is not disclosed in the available documentation, interested parties should be prepared to provide a comprehensive proposal for a pre-owned aircraft meeting the specified technical requirements. The procurement process emphasizes vendor compliance, current registration, and adherence to state procurement standards, with the ultimate goal of acquiring a suitable aircraft for TxDOT's operational needs.