Texas DIR/ESBD #405-26R0028276

Texas DPS Solicitation for Statewide Salvage Vehicle Recycling and Removal

The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is seeking a contractor to purchase and recycle salvage vehicles from its statewide fleet. - Government Buyer: - Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) - Scope of Work: - Contractor will purchase salvage title vehicles based on scrap metal price by weight - Vehicles include totaled, damaged, and undriveable units from DPS locations across Texas - Contractor must provide all equipment for safe loading, removal, and towing - Statewide pickup required; contractor responsible for any damages to DPS property during removal - Process and Documentation: - Contractor must provide manifests and weight slips with Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) - Bills of Lading must be signed at pickup - Payment to DPS required within five business days of vehicle removal - Contractor must handle title transfers within 30 days - Compliance and Licensure: - Contractor must maintain appropriate salvage dealer licensure throughout the contract - If required, must also be licensed as a used automotive parts recycling business and metal recycling entity - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Contract Term: - Five years with an option for a single extension of up to six months

Description

The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is soliciting a revenue generating contract for the recycling of salvage title vehicles. The contract involves purchasing salvage vehicles based on the price of scrap metal by weight. The contractor must pick up vehicles statewide, provide necessary equipment for safe loading, and handle all related damages and title transfers. The contract term is 5 years with a possible extension of up to six months.

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