Galveston County Local Trucking Services RFP #26-086 - Tandem Truck Hauling
Galveston CountyCounty · Galveston, TX- Due
- Apr 23, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 26, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Frank Rodriguez
- (409) 770-5372
The 30-second brief
Galveston County is seeking qualified vendors to provide Tandem Truck Hauling services for County Road construction and maintenance projects. Vendor shall transport hot mix asphalt and aggregate materials from supplier locations in the Greater Houston area to designated project sites throughout Galveston County. All tandem trucks must have a minimum hauling capacity of 18 tons and be equipped to deliver materials directly to the hopper of CAT paving laydown machines or other County-designated locations. Bids are due by April 23, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST.
Inventory (Ability of proposer to have adequate inventory of equipment), Cost (Pricing of delivery per net ton/mile for 1-134 miles, Wait time pricing), Experience, Time Frame for Delivery, Insurance requirements, Access to a central dispatch including the location of the dispatch office
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Summary
Galveston County is seeking qualified vendors to provide Tandem Truck Hauling services for County Road construction and maintenance projects.
Vendor shall transport hot mix asphalt and aggregate materials from supplier locations in the Greater Houston area to designated project sites throughout Galveston County. All tandem trucks must have a minimum hauling capacity of 18 tons and be equipped to deliver materials directly to the hopper of CAT paving laydown machines or other County-designated locations. Bids are due by April 23, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Inventory (Ability of proposer to have adequate inventory of equipment), Cost (Pricing of delivery per net ton/mile for 1-134 miles, Wait time pricing), Experience, Time Frame for Delivery, Insurance requirements, Access to a central dispatch including the location of the dispatch office
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
14- Required Documents Checklist
- Addenda Acknowledgement
- Vendor Qualification Packet
- Certification Regarding Debarment
- Suspension
- Other Ineligibility
- Certification Regarding Lobbying
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Prohibition on Contracts with Companies Boycotting Israel
- Prohibition on Contracts with Certain Companies
- Information for Notice
- References
- Proposal
- Three signed contracts
- Submit to
- https://galvestontx.bonfirehub.com/
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Galveston, TX
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Galveston County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 23, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://galvestontx.bonfirehub.com/. For questions, contact Frank Rodriguez.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Galveston County in TX, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Frank Rodriguez at (409) 770-5372. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Inventory (Ability of proposer to have adequate inventory of equipment), Cost (Pricing of delivery per net ton/mile for 1-134 miles, Wait time pricing), Experience, Time Frame for Delivery, Insurance..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Galveston County?
All active and historical solicitations from Galveston County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Galveston County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Required Documents Checklist, Addenda Acknowledgement, Vendor Qualification Packet, Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, and Other Ineligibility, Certification Regarding Lobbying, Non-Collus. Review the full document from Galveston County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Galveston, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
