Tire Repair Services for the Fleet Management Department (FMD)

The City of Houston is soliciting bids under solicitation ITB-2026-0034 for tire repair services to support the Fleet Management Department. The contract provides for an initial three-year term starting in March 2027, with two optional one-year renewals, for a maximum total duration of five years. The selected vendor must provide 24/7 labor, parts, and equipment to repair tires and tubes for a diverse fleet, including passenger cars, heavy-duty trucks, ambulances, fire trucks, and agricultural equipment. Key technical requirements include the ability to service vehicles up to 67,000 Gross Vehicle Weight and 30-inch rim sizes, with strict adherence to Rubber Manufacturers Association (RMA) standards and 49 CFR Parts 571 and 585 regarding Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems. Notably, the use of boot and tire patches is prohibited for the Houston Fire and Police Departments. Performance is measured by strict response times, with a 60-minute maximum for standard service calls and four hours for non-priority services. The vendor is required to perform weekly returns of tires to City facilities, ensuring all removed tires are tagged with the vehicle or shop number and accompanied by a delivery ticket and a City Return Authorization Form. The City may terminate the award for convenience with 30 days' written notice. Bidders must be deemed responsive and responsible, submitting a comprehensive bid package including an anti-collusion statement, conflict of interest questionnaire, and a W/SBE participation plan. For contracts exceeding $25,000, performance and payment bonds covering 100 percent of the contract price are required.