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IFB 750-25/26-014 Athletic Chartered Travel FY 27 (2026-2027)
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The University of Texas at Tyler is soliciting bids through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) numbered 750-25-26-014 to secure chartered transportation services for its Athletic Department during the 2026–2027 fiscal year. The contract requires vendors to provide properly equipped, well-maintained vehicles with sufficient capacity to transport athletes, staff, and equipment to athletic events across Texas, adhering strictly to federal and state regulations on driver hours, passenger safety, and vehicle standards. All services must comply with CFR Title 49, OSHA guidelines, and Texas Administrative Code requirements, with mandatory seat belts in all seating positions and fuel surcharge provisions tied to current market rates. Bids must be submitted electronically through the UT Tyler Bonfire Portal by August 13, 2026, and include a completed Pricing Schedule, proof of insurance, a sanitation and risk mitigation plan, and affirmed compliance with state procurement laws. The contract will run through August 31, 2027, and is contingent upon legislative funding availability, with the University retaining the right to cancel if funds are not appropriated. Evaluation of proposals will be based on a holistic best-value determination considering eleven non-weighted factors including purchase price, vendor reputation, quality of service, alignment with institutional needs, past performance with the University, impact on compliance with laws regarding persons with disabilities and Historically Underutilized Businesses, total long-term cost, use of non-proprietary materials, and opportunities for corporate sponsorship. Bidders may propose exceptions to terms but must clearly identify them and provide alternative language. Contract administration details such as payment office, COR/COTR, or accounting codes are not provided; invoices must include the University’s purchase order number and vendor ID and will be paid net 30 upon receipt. The vendor must be an independent contractor, maintain required insurance, indemnify the University against claims arising from its negligence, and comply with audit rights and anti-bribery provisions. Bidders must also certify compliance with Texas Family Code requirements regarding child support obligations and disclose any recent employment of former University executives. No CAGE code or UEI is mandated, but a Texas ID, FEIN, or SSN is required. All submissions must be made through the Bonfire portal, with no physical or late submissions accepted.
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