Request for Information Trailers

The Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts Statewide Procurement Division is seeking comprehensive trailer solutions through a Request for Information (RFI) for multiple trailer types across 25 highway districts statewide. The procurement encompasses five distinct trailer categories: Beavertrail Trailer, Sliding Triple Axle Trailer, Folding Gooseneck (FGN) Trailer, Detachable Gooseneck (DGN) Trailer, and Belly Dump Trailer. Each trailer type has specific technical requirements, including minimum gross vehicle weight ratings between 32,000 and 110,000 pounds, payload capacities up to 80,000 pounds, and capabilities for highway transportation at speeds up to 65 MPH. A virtual RFI meeting is scheduled for November 5, 2025, at 9:00 am Central Standard Time via Microsoft Teams, where vendors can review specifications and discuss industry standards. The procurement aims to establish an automated term contract for up to 5 years, with provisions for annual price increases and comprehensive warranty coverage requiring 100% parts and labor for a minimum of 12 months.

While no specific set-aside designations were explicitly mentioned, the procurement requires vendors to be authorized dealers or distributors with the capability to service multiple highway districts across Texas. Potential vendors must provide detailed pricing for base units and optional accessories, with the ability to bid on specific districts or statewide. The contract will include extensive requirements for shipping, freight, distribution logistics, insurance coverage, and regulatory compliance. Optional equipment varies by trailer type and can include features like composite flooring, winches, air ride suspension, central lubrication systems, and air-lift axles. Although a specific award value was not disclosed, the comprehensive nature of the procurement suggests a significant potential contract value that would support transportation infrastructure needs across multiple Texas state agencies. Vendors must demonstrate the ability to provide comprehensive warranties, manage complex logistical requirements, and comply with state regulatory standards.