Installation of a Metal Storage Garage

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is seeking qualified contractors to install a metal storage garage, specifically the Melanie Garage Enclosed Lean To model measuring 28X35X12/7, at its headquarters in Texas. Proposals must be submitted in person at the Senator West “Doing Business Texas Style Spot Bid Fair” in Irving, Texas, on May 11–12, 2026, by 2:30 PM Central Time; no mailed, faxed, or electronic submissions will be accepted. The solicitation number is 150-38-78990-SR, and the work falls under NAICS code 238160. The contract will be awarded based on Best Value, evaluating price alongside non-price factors including the respondent’s ability and experience to meet or exceed requirements, proposed delivery schedule, past performance (which is assessed on a pass/fail basis with disqualifying criteria such as active corrective action plans or prior poor performance), installation costs, and life cycle costs. There is no formal LPTA methodology used, and no numerical weights are assigned to evaluation factors, requiring a holistic review focused on overall quality, reliability, and alignment with agency objectives. The installation must be conducted during TPWD’s normal business hours (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday) and completed by August 31, 2026. All work must comply with OSHA safety regulations, Texas Government Code, and Texas Administrative Code, with full site cleanup and debris removal required. Inspection and acceptance are conducted solely by TPWD at the project site within five days of completion, based on adherence to technical specifications, regulatory standards, and quality benchmarks. Contractors must provide current insurance with A.M. Best ratings of A- or better, maintain coverage throughout performance, and disclose any conflicts of interest, including relationships with current or former TPWD staff. All individuals performing work are subject to criminal background checks, and contractors must certify compliance with E-Verify, the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act of 1996, and federal and state tax laws, with mandatory reporting if contract value exceeds $1 million under Texas’ HUB requirements. The contractor must submit required exhibits, including company profile, past project references, key personnel details, and equipment lists, all in hard copy with original signatures. State ownership of all deliverables, data, and intellectual property is absolute, and confidential information must be properly