The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is soliciting bids for preventative maintenance and repair services for applied biosystems genetic analyzers and pcr systems. The initial contract term is from December 1, 2025, through November 30, 2028, with the option to renew for two additional 1-year terms. Bids must be submitted by 2:00 PM CST on December 22, 2025. A site visit is highly encouraged. The state reserves the right to make an award on the basis of low line-item bid, low total of line items, or in any other combination that will serve the best interest of the state and to reject any and all bid items in the sole discretion of the state.
The bid notice states default in promised completion without accepted reasons or failure to meet specifications authorizes the tpwd to purchase supplies elsewhere and charge full increase, if any, in cost and handling to defaulting contractor.
The bid notice states payment normally will be made to the contractor within thirty 30 days after receipt of a properly prepared invoice, or the receipt of and acceptance of services ordered, whichever is later.
The bid notice states manufacturers standard warranty shall apply unless otherwise stated in the solicitation.
The bid notice states award will be based on best value criteria and may include, but is not limited to: lowest price, ability, qualifications and experience meeting or exceeding the requirement, delivery service schedule, past performance.
The bid notice states a contract shall be awarded only to a contractor who is experienced in providing the services contained herein. awarded contractor shall meet the following minimum qualifications: a shall have been engaged in the business of providing the specified services for a minimum of three 3 years.
The bid notice states if the contractor or subcontractor does not meet any standards for deliverables andor performance incentives if applicable, tpwd may impose remedies if contractor or subcontractor fails to meet their responsibilities as outlined in the ifb and the terms and conditions of the contract. remedies shall include negative vendor performance reports, corrective action plans, and withholding of payments due to poor performance and contract noncompliance.
The bid notice states bidders are highly encouraged to attend a site visit to inspect the work site to become familiar with the condition and equipment needed to conduct the requested services.
The bid notice states samples, when requested, must be furnished free of expense to the state.
