Comptroller Of Public Accounts - 304 - Texas Comptroller Of Public Accounts - Tx - Agency Bids & RFPs

The response due date is April 14, 2026, at 1:30 PM Central Time in Austin, TX. Delivery days are measured in calendar days unless otherwise specified, and failure to state delivery time may disqualify the response.

The bid notice states that payment terms for the State of Texas are typically 30 days. Respondents may provide their additional discount extended to each invoice on attachment B, respondent information.

The warranty will cover the completed product and all parts, including labor, materials, and parts required to repair any faults or defects. The warranty period will begin on the date the product is accepted by the customer and continue for at least one year or the duration of the manufacturer's standard warranty, whichever is longer. Contractors' warranty obligations will survive the termination of the contract.

The CPA intends to make an award to the vendor providing the best value to the state for each line item. This may result in awarding different line items to different vendors. The price evaluation for line items 1 and 2 will be the lowest price per comparable tank capacity.

The CPA may disqualify a respondent if there is an unacceptable risk that it will fail to perform the contract. The respondent bears the burden of establishing their ability, capacity, skill, promptness, character, responsibility, integrity, current compliance with laws, sufficient financial resources, and conformity to all material specifications.

The bid notice mentions that if outstanding liabilities for the Texas SmartBuy administrative fee are not paid in a timely manner, the contractor's items may be removed from the TxSmartBuy system, and if nonpayment reaches 90 days, the contractor may be placed on warrant hold. Additionally, CPA and the customer may exercise contractual remedies in connection with late delivery.

The customer may perform sample testing, and the sample must conform to the item specification of this solicitation. If a sample does not conform, the customer may reject the shipment or lot.

The bid notice specifies a Response to questions through addendum date of April 1, 2026, and a Questions submission deadline date of March 27, 2026. These dates relate to the process of asking questions and receiving responses, which can be considered part of the challenge or clarification process before submission.

The response due date is April 14, 2026, at 1:30 PM Central Time in Austin, TX. Delivery days are measured in calendar days unless otherwise specified, and failure to state delivery time may disqualify the response.

The bid notice states that payment terms for the State of Texas are typically 30 days. Respondents may provide their additional discount extended to each invoice on attachment B, respondent information.

The warranty will cover the completed product and all parts, including labor, materials, and parts required to repair any faults or defects. The warranty period will begin on the date the product is accepted by the customer and continue for at least one year or the duration of the manufacturer's standard warranty, whichever is longer. Contractors' warranty obligations will survive the termination of the contract.

The CPA intends to make an award to the vendor providing the best value to the state for each line item. This may result in awarding different line items to different vendors. The price evaluation for line items 1 and 2 will be the lowest price per comparable tank capacity.

The CPA may disqualify a respondent if there is an unacceptable risk that it will fail to perform the contract. The respondent bears the burden of establishing their ability, capacity, skill, promptness, character, responsibility, integrity, current compliance with laws, sufficient financial resources, and conformity to all material specifications.

The bid notice mentions that if outstanding liabilities for the Texas SmartBuy administrative fee are not paid in a timely manner, the contractor's items may be removed from the TxSmartBuy system, and if nonpayment reaches 90 days, the contractor may be placed on warrant hold. Additionally, CPA and the customer may exercise contractual remedies in connection with late delivery.

The customer may perform sample testing, and the sample must conform to the item specification of this solicitation. If a sample does not conform, the customer may reject the shipment or lot.

The bid notice specifies a Response to questions through addendum date of April 1, 2026, and a Questions submission deadline date of March 27, 2026. These dates relate to the process of asking questions and receiving responses, which can be considered part of the challenge or clarification process before submission.

The delivery should occur within 30 days after receipt of order (ARO) under normal conditions. Delivery days are measured in calendar days, unless otherwise specified. Failure to state delivery time may disqualify the response.

The bid notice states that payment terms for the State of Texas are typically 30 days. Respondents may provide their additional discount extended to each invoice on attachment B respondent information.

The bid notice states that the warranty period will begin on the date of the customer's acceptance of each product. Each product is to be warranted against defects including spoilage for the term of the contract. Contractor shall replace defective products during the initial contract term and any exercised renewals. Contractor guarantees replacement of expired or spoiled products or products that spoil before the expiration date. The replacements must be processed and received by the customer within two weeks of written notice of the defects to the contractor. Contractor will provide replacements free of charge, including any shipping necessary to return the product when necessary. In lieu of replacement, contractor will refund the full purchase price of the product, upon customer request.

The bid notice states that CPA will determine best value for the state as directed by Texas Government Code **** will consider compliance with specifications, purchase price, and risk of vendor nonperformance as described in A. 13. 2. Delivery ARO may be reviewed as a best value factor.

The bid notice states that CPA may disqualify a respondent if there is an unacceptable risk that it will fail to perform the contract. The respondent bears the burden of establishing: 1 ability, capacity, and skill to perform the contract or provide the service required; 2 ability to perform the contract or provide the service promptly, or in the time required, without delay or interference; 3 character, responsibility, and integrity; 4 current compliance with laws relating to the contract or service; 5 sufficient financial resources to perform the contract and provide the service; and 6 conformity to all material specifications required in this solicitation.

The bid notice states that contractor's default in promised delivery or failure to meet specifications authorizes the customer to purchase goods elsewhere and charge any increased costs for the goods including the cost of resoliciting and incidental damages, to the contractor. Contractor must pay the increased costs within 30 days of customer's request or customer may withhold any payment due to the contractor for the purpose of offsetting the increased costs incurred.

The bid notice states that CPA may request samples prior to award for evaluation purposes. If requested, respondent shall submit samples within 14 calendar days following receipt of request. Failure to submit samples may be cause for disqualification for the corresponding line item.

The questions submission deadline date is 3/30/2026.

The response due date is April 2, 2026. Delivery of products must be within a time frame that will allow for normal usage, and freshness is guaranteed up to 5 days after delivery.

The bid notice states that payment terms for the State of Texas are typically 30 days. Respondents may provide their additional discount extended to each invoice on attachment B, Respondent Information.

The warranty/guarantee period will begin on the date of the customer's acceptance of each product. Contractor shall replace defective products during the initial contract term and any exercised renewals, with replacements processed and received by the customer within two weeks of written notice of the defects.

The bid notice states that CPA will determine best value for the state, considering compliance with specifications, purchase price, and risk of vendor nonperformance.

CPA may disqualify a respondent if there is an unacceptable risk that it will fail to perform the contract. The respondent bears the burden of establishing their ability, capacity, skill, promptness, character, responsibility, integrity, current compliance with laws, and sufficient financial resources to perform the contract.

The bid notice mentions that CPA and the customer may exercise contractual remedies in connection with late delivery. It also states that if the contractor fails to submit sales reports, falsifies sales reports, or fails to submit sales reports in a timely manner, CPA may terminate or cancel the contract.

The questions submission deadline date is March 23, 2026.