Storage Tanks

The Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts' Statewide Procurement Division is soliciting competitive bids for a comprehensive storage tank procurement through Invitation for Bid (IFB) No. 304T-26-830A1, primarily targeting the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT). The solicitation covers 12 distinct line items encompassing various storage tank types, including polyethylene horizontal and elliptical tanks (500-1250 gallons), fiberglass tanks (12,600 gallons), vertical asphalt storage tanks (8000 gallons), and frac tanks (500 barrel). Specific tank configurations include different electrical requirements (240V single-phase, 208V three-phase, 480V three-phase) and optional pump installations, with expected total quantities ranging from 1 to 153 units for statewide delivery. Manufacturers referenced include Norwesco, Wylie, National Oilwell Varco, and Dura Tank, with allowances for equivalent models meeting detailed specifications. The bid response is due by July 31, 2025, at 1:30 pm Central Time, with an initial contract term commencing on the award date and automatically expiring on June 30, 2026, with potential renewals extending through July 1, 2029.

The procurement allows for broad participation, with no specific set-aside designations explicitly highlighted in the documentation. Potential respondents must provide comprehensive warranty service provider information and comply with various state requirements, including a 1.5% Texas SmartBuy administrative fee to be incorporated into pricing. The contract will be awarded on a best value basis, potentially resulting in different line items being awarded to multiple vendors. Pricing is expected to be firm and all-inclusive, with potential annual adjustments based on Producer Price Index metrics for tank materials. While specific budget ranges are not definitively stated, the solicitation suggests a significant procurement scale given the diverse tank types and statewide delivery expectations. Contractors must demonstrate compliance with multiple state regulations, including equal employment opportunity, environmental protection, and immigration laws. The procurement allows for price adjustments after the initial contract term using a specific calculation formula, providing flexibility for both the state and potential vendors.