Texas DIR/ESBD #802-26-75102-B

TPWD Solicits Three 17ft Center Console Mud Boat Packages with Motors and Trailers

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is seeking bids for three complete 17ft aluminum flat bottom center console mud boat packages for shallow water law enforcement use. - Government Buyer: - Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) - OEMs and Vendors: - Example OEMs: Pro-Drive, Gator Tail (boats and motors) - Example trailer brands: McClain, Magic Tilt, Coastline - Only licensed marine dealers, manufacturers, or authorized distributors may bid - Products/Services Requested: - Three (3) 17ft aluminum flat bottom center console mud boats - Example models: Pro-Drive 17x54 SBX-Series TD Edition, Gator Tail Enforcement Series 1754, or TPWD-approved equivalent - Must meet detailed TPWD specifications (USCG flotation, aluminum construction, hydraulic steering, LED lighting, etc.) - Three (3) 40HP surface drive outboard motors - Example models: Pro-Drive RSCX40VAR, Gator Tail GTR40XD-EFI, or TPWD-approved equivalent - 40HP V-twin big block air-cooled engine, removable skeg, cavitation plate, gear-driven propeller, power trim/tilt - Three (3) boat trailers - Example brands: McClain, Magic Tilt, Coastline, or TPWD-approved equivalent - Aluminum or galvanized, fully welded, DOT and Texas law compliant - Delivery of two assembled packages to Temple, TX and one to Austin, TX (option for TPWD pickup) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Each package (boat, motor, trailer) must be delivered fully assembled as a single unit - Line-item costs for each component required for property reporting - Vendors must provide documentation if bidding as an authorized distributor - Delivery must be coordinated with TPWD, with one-week notice prior to delivery - Manufacturer's standard warranty applies for government use - Estimated contract value: $123,000

Description

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is seeking to purchase three (3) 17ft Aluminum Flat Bottom Center Console Mud Boat packages. These boats and motors are designed for operation in shallow water with light vegetation and must meet or exceed the specifications dated May 2026. The procurement includes boats, motors, and trailers, which must be delivered fully assembled as single units. The estimated contract value is $123,000.00, and the response deadline is June 2, 2026, at 2:00 PM.

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