SLED Opportunity · TEXAS · TEXAS
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Texas GLO seeks proposals to purchase two crane barge vessels for oil spill response, capable of shallow water operations, vessel towing, and handling waves in bays or rivers. Proposals due April 16, 2026.
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. 7402-MKTwo Crane Barge VesselsThe Texas General Land Office (“GLO”) seeks to purchase up to two vessels that meet the agency’s offshore and inland operational needs. Vessels must be equipped with motors, electronics and trailers. These vessels will be utilized by the Oil Spill Division of the GLO to remove derelict vessels within our jurisdiction. Vessels must be able to raise and dewater up to a twenty-two (22’) foot vessel. Vessels must be able to enter shallow water to access sunken vessels as well as be able to handle waves in a bay or river setting. Vessels must be able to tow another vessel from the stern, bow, port or starboard.Schedule of EventsEVENT DATE/TIME Issue SolicitationMarch 19, 2026Deadline for Submitting QuestionsMarch 27, 2026 at2:00 p.m. CTAnticipated Release Date of Answers to QuestionsApril 1, 2026Deadline for Submission of Solicitation ResponsesApril 16, 2026 at2:00 p.m. CTEstimated Evaluation Period April 17, 2026 toMay 1, 2026Contract Negotiation and ExecutionMay 29, 2026
SLED stands for State, Local, and Education. These are solicitations issued by state governments, counties, cities, school districts, utilities, and higher education institutions — as opposed to federal agencies.
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