Van Outfitting

The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) Air Monitoring Division is soliciting bids under solicitation number 582-27-15466 for the outfitting of two existing Mercedes 2500 All-Wheel Drive Sprinter Vans to serve as Mobile Ambient Air Monitoring Platforms. The project requires the vendor to be an approved Mercedes outfitter to ensure vehicle warranties remain intact. Key modifications include the installation of a bulkhead separating the cab and cargo areas, 10-gauge aluminum cabinetry and shelving, gas cylinder wall brackets, and a sound-dampened galvanized steel generator enclosure that limits interior noise to 60 dB. Exterior requirements include weatherproof fasteners, flashing lights, custom exhaust vents, driver-side running boards, and a trailer hitch receiver with at least a 3,000 lbs capacity. Technical deliverables include electrical schematics and a minimum 30-minute training session for four employees, supported by a two-year warranty covering electrical, generator, and water intrusion issues. Award decisions will be based on the best interest of the state, considering low line item or total bids, provided the response conforms exactly to technical specifications. Bidders must submit a complete HUB Subcontracting Plan and certify compliance with various Texas Government Code requirements, including prohibitions on business with foreign terrorist organizations and vaccine passport restrictions. All electrical components must meet OSHA standards and bear UL, FMRRC, or NEMA listings. The state will conduct inspections and testing upon receipt, with a testing period of up to 45 calendar days, and payment will be processed via itemized invoices following formal acceptance. Responses are due by October 20, 2026, and must be submitted electronically to the designated TCEQ email address.