Opportunity
Texas DIR/ESBD #515-07-77853-SP
TPWD Solicits Turbine Blowers for State Parks Division (Buffalo Turbine, Turfco, Toro, Scag or Equivalent)
Posted
April 28, 2026
Respond By
May 12, 2026
Identifier
515-07-77853-SP
NAICS
444230, 423820
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) State Parks Division is seeking bids for three new turbine blowers to support park maintenance operations. - Government Buyer: - Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD), State Parks Division - OEMs and Vendors: - Highlighted OEMs for pull-behind blowers: Buffalo Turbine (Model BT-CYC8K2EFI), Turfco (Model 85651), Toro (Pro Force Debris Blower Model #44552) - Highlighted OEMs for stand-on blowers: Scag (Windstorm WS23-37BVEFI), Buffalo Turbine (Blitz 26HP) - Bidders may propose equivalent products but must provide full specifications - Products/Services Requested: - Two (2) pull-behind turbine blowers (23-25 HP gas engine, wireless RF controller, 12-13 inch nozzle, max 575 lbs, specific dimensions, trailer package) - One (1) stand-on turbine blower (26-37 HP gas engine, 8-12 gallon fuel capacity, electric clutch, mechanical lever discharge angle control, max 943 lbs, specific dimensions) - Unique or Notable Requirements: - All units must be new, current-year models - Delivery is FOB destination to TPWD Region 2 Regional Office (Rockport, TX) and TPWD Ray Roberts Lake State Park, Greenbelt Unit (Pilot Point, TX) - Bids must be hand-delivered at the Spot Bid Fair in Irving, TX - All manuals and warranties must be included - Dual CTCD/CTCM certification required - Vendors must coordinate delivery with TPWD and provide one week notice - Estimated contract value is $34,000 - Contract commences upon award and ends upon delivery and acceptance by TPWD
Description
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is seeking bids to purchase three (3) turbine blowers for the State Parks Division as per the attached specifications dated April 2026. The procurement includes two pull-behind turbine blowers and one stand-on turbine blower, with detailed specifications for engine power, type, and features. Proposals must be submitted in person at the Senator West "Doing Business Texas Style Spot Bid Fair" in Irving, Texas, on May 11-12, 2026, by 2:30 PM Central Time. The estimated contract value is $34,000, and the contract will commence upon issuance and expire upon delivery and acceptance by TPWD.