Air-Cooled Gasoline Engine Supply

The contract entails the supply of air-cooled gasoline engines as optional equipment for V-Box Spreaders, with strict adherence to applicable emissions and performance standards to ensure environmental compliance and operational reliability. These engines are intended for integration into agricultural or municipal spreading equipment, requiring precise engineering alignment with existing vehicle systems and regulatory requirements governing small internal combustion engines. The work is structured as a subcontract under the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts, with the North American Industry Classification System code 336310 indicating focus on motor vehicle parts manufacturing. All delivered engines must meet or exceed specified technical benchmarks for durability, fuel efficiency, and emission control to support statewide procurement objectives. The solicitation was posted on May 11, 2026, with a response deadline of March 17, 2026, suggesting a potential date discrepancy that may indicate a clerical error or require clarification from the issuing authority. The contract is procured through the Texas SmartBuy program, accessible via a public portal, indicating a competitive bidding process open to qualified suppliers. There is no set-aside category designated, meaning all eligible businesses may compete regardless of size or certification status. Performance is expected to occur within Texas, though no specific city or address is listed, and no point of contact is provided in the data, suggesting that further details may be available through the linked portal or supplementary documentation.