Purchase of a Trailer Mounted Centrifugal Water Pump for the Corpus Christi District

The Texas Department of Transportation is soliciting bids for the purchase, delivery, installation, and calibration of a Trailer Mounted Centrifugal Water Pump for the Corpus Christi District to assist in removing water from flooding and high tide areas to reopen roads. The required equipment must feature a pump with a 1,525 GPM flow capacity and run-dry capability, utilizing corrosion-resistant materials such as stainless steel or aluminum for salt-water use. The unit must be mounted on a trailer with a maximum weight of 5,000 lbs and a width of 8 feet, equipped with a diesel engine and a fuel tank of at least 50 gallons. All equipment must comply with CFR 49 Part 567 for trailer certification and ANSI Z535.4 for safety plaques and decals. Bids must be submitted electronically by April 2, 2026, with a tentative award date of April 6, 2026. The selected vendor is required to provide a minimum 12-month warranty starting upon equipment acceptance and must employ a factory-trained technician with at least one year of experience for installation and the delivery of four hours of training for six TxDOT staff members. Mandatory submission documents include the Execution of Bid form and the Texas Family Code Schedule. Delivery and installation must be completed within 30 calendar days of the Purchase Order issuance, followed by a destination inspection and performance test within 15 working days to trigger final acceptance and payment.