City of Laredo Ionwave #RFB 2026-093

Laredo Transit Management Inc. Tire Lease/Purchase Contract for Bus and Paratransit Fleet

The City of Laredo, through Laredo Transit Management Inc. (El Metro), is seeking bids for a three-year contract to lease or purchase new radial tires for its bus and paratransit fleet. - Government Buyer: - City of Laredo Purchasing Division, Public Works - Laredo Transit Management Inc. (LTMI) - Contact: Patricia Perez - Products Requested: - New U.S.-made radial tires for transit vehicles - Tire sizes and quantities: - B275/70R22.5 (6 units, 16 ply rating) - B305/75R24.5 (6 units, 16 ply rating) - LT225/75R16 (6 units) - Pricing Model: - Per-mile, per-tire pricing - Unique Requirements: - Tires must meet federal and state regulations - Must be suitable for transit use - Detailed record-keeping required - Tire disposal and service provisions included - Emphasis on U.S.-manufactured tires - 5% local vendor preference per city ordinance - Compliance with Federal Transit Administration (FTA) procurement standards - Contract Details: - Three-year base term - Two optional one-year extensions - 36-month run-out period for tires in possession at contract expiration - Month-to-month extensions up to three months if needed - No specific OEMs or tire brands are named in the solicitation.

Description

The City of Laredo is soliciting bids for a three-year contract for the tire lease/purchase for Laredo Transit Management Inc. Bidders are strongly encouraged to submit proposals electronically through Cit-E-Bid or in person by hand delivery; mailed, telegraphic, email, or facsimile bids will not be considered. The City has a local vendor preference ordinance providing a 5% preference for local vendors. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive responsible bidder in accordance with Texas Local Government Code provisions.

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