Texas DIR/ESBD #802-27-75102-AR

TPWD Solicits Four 17ft Aluminum Flat Bottom Tiller Mud Boat Packages with Motors and Trailers

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is seeking bids for four complete 17ft Aluminum Flat Bottom Tiller Mud Boat packages for law enforcement use across multiple regions in Texas. - Government Buyer: - Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) - OEMs and Vendors Mentioned: - Example boat OEMs: Pro-Drive, Gator Tail (or TPWD-approved equivalents) - Example motor OEMs: Pro-Drive, Gator Tail (or TPWD-approved equivalents) - Example trailer OEMs: McClain, Magic Tilt, Coastline (or TPWD-approved equivalents) - Products/Services Requested: - Four (4) 17ft aluminum flat bottom tiller mud boats - Example models: Pro-Drive 17x54 SBX-Series TD Edition, Gator Tail Enforcement Series 1754, or equivalent - Must meet USCG and 33CFR Part 183 requirements - Features: hull design for shallow water, flotation, fuel tank, wiring, bilge pump, switch panel, flooring, storage, seating, battery, LED spotlights and emergency lights, navigation lights, fire extinguisher, and operational readiness - Four (4) 40HP surface drive tiller outboard motors - Example models: Pro-Drive XRF40VAR, GTR40XD-EFI, or equivalent - 40 HP V-twin big block air-cooled engine, removable skeg and cavitation plate, gear driven propeller, tiller handle with controls, installed and operational - Four (4) boat trailers - Example brands: McClain, Magic Tilt, Coastline, or equivalent - Aluminum or galvanized, fully welded, DOT-compliant LED lighting, safety chains, mechanical winch, two-inch ball hitch, and stabilization buckles - Delivery of three packages to TPWD LE Region 7 Office (Temple, TX) and one package to TPWD LE Region 4 Boat Barn (Port Arthur, TX) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Only licensed Marine Dealers, Manufacturers, or Manufacturer Authorized Distributors may bid (documentation required for distributors) - All packages must be fully assembled and operational upon delivery - TPWD may opt to pick up packages to save on freight charges - All boats and motors must meet or exceed detailed technical specifications and federal safety regulations - Inspection and acceptance testing will occur within five working days after delivery - Estimated contract value: $164,000

Description

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is seeking to purchase four 17ft Aluminum Flat Bottom Tiller Mud Boat packages. These packages include boats, motors, and trailers designed for operation in shallow water with light vegetation. The boats and motors must meet or exceed the specifications dated July 2026. The solicitation requires delivery of fully assembled packages and is intended for licensed Marine Dealers, Manufacturers, or Manufacturers Authorized Distributors.

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