Trash Pumps

Texas A&M Forest Service Purchasing Department is requesting bids on twelve Gorman-Rupp/Honda 13D-GX270 3-inch gas-powered trash pumps under IFB-26-010, with bids due July 2, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Central Time. No substitutes are permitted — the specification is locked to this single model to maintain uniformity with existing equipment.

The pumps will be deployed for mixing and pumping air-dropped fire retardant at aerial fire attack bases throughout Texas. Bidders must be authorized dealers capable of providing warranty service on the specified equipment. Detailed Honda engine and pump performance specifications are provided in Attachment A; bids will be evaluated for conformance to these technical baselines covering engine models, pump capacity ratings in gallons per minute, head pressure capabilities, discharge and suction port sizes, construction materials, and operational features.

Award will be made on the basis of low line item bid, low total bid, or any other combination serving the agency's best interests. Evaluation criteria include pricing, delivery, vendor's ability and capacity, vendor's previous experience and past relationships with the agency, and any other factors deemed relevant. For transactions exceeding $50,000, bidders must submit a copy of their written Civil Rights Affirmative Action Compliance Program. No HUB Subcontracting Plan is required. Bid prices must remain firm for 12 months from the bid opening date; all bids are quoted F.O.B. destination with freight prepaid and included in the unit price.

Questions are due June 25, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. CT. Addenda, if required, will be issued by June 29, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. CT. An on-site inspection opportunity is available at Hutchinson County Airport in Borger, Texas prior to bid submission. Bids are accepted via email to bids@tfs.tamu.edu, fax to (979) 458-7387, or hand delivery to 200 Technology Way, Suite 1151, College Station, Texas 77845-3424.