Routine Maintenance Service Hours for two (2) MAN Diesel Engines aboard TPWD Research Vessel San Jacinto

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) 802-26-71582 for 1000-hour routine maintenance services on two MAN marine diesel engines aboard the Research Vessel San Jacinto, a 1999 53-foot fiberglass boat located at Seabrook Marina. The comprehensive service scope includes heat exchanger and aftercooler removal and disassembly, impeller replacement, valve adjustment, cooling system servicing, belt replacement, and a full sea trial with data recording using MAN diagnostic software. A mandatory requirement is that the service must be performed by a MAN-certified mechanic. Bidders must demonstrate three years of experience in specified services, complete required exhibits (Company Profile, Equipment List, and Past Projects with References), and provide verifiable references. The bid evaluation will be conducted on a best-value basis, considering factors such as lowest price, qualifications, experience, delivery schedule, and past performance. An optional site visit is scheduled for November 19, 2025, at 10:00 AM CST, with electronic or mailed bids due by 2:00 PM CST on December 2, 2025, to Purchasing.bidbox@tpwd.texas.gov or the TPWD Purchasing and Contracting office in Austin.

The contract is set to commence upon award and be completed by August 31, 2026, with potential renewal for up to four additional years based on mutual agreement, vendor performance, and fund availability. Bidders must carry specific insurance coverage, including workers' compensation, employer's liability ($500,000 per occurrence), commercial general liability ($500,000 per occurrence/$1,000,000 aggregate), and automobile liability ($500,000 combined single limit), with TPWD listed as an additional insured. The procurement is subject to federal and state legal requirements, including E-Verify employment verification, anti-discrimination provisions, and compliance with the Davis-Bacon Act and Clean Air Act. While no specific set-aside designations are mentioned, the bid response period is binding for sixty business days from the bid due date. Payment will be processed within thirty days of receiving a properly prepared invoice following service acceptance. The contract appears to be a lump-sum arrangement covering all services, materials, travel, and incidental costs necessary for completing the marine diesel engine maintenance project.