Galveston County, Texas Secure Transport Vans & Shuttle Bus ITB 25-078 (2026)
Galveston CountyCounty · Galveston, TX- Due
- Mar 19, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 17, 2026
- Primary contact
- Frank Rodriguez
- (409) 770-5372
The 30-second brief
Galveston County is seeking bids from qualified vendors to provide secure transport vans and shuttle buses for the Galveston County Sheriff Office and Senior Services (ITB #25-078). The procurement includes two secure transport vans for the Sheriff Office (one 12-13 passenger ADA-compliant van and one standard van) and two vehicles for Senior Services (one passenger transit van with wheelchair positions and one 12-15 passenger shuttle bus with wheelchair lift). All vehicles must be 2025 model year or newer and include standard and specified equipment. Bids are due by March 19, 2026, at 2:30 PM CST. Questions are due by March 3, 2026, at 5:00 PM CST. Submissions may be made electronically via Bonfire Interactive or physically delivered to the Galveston County Purchasing Agent at 722 Moody Avenue, 5th Floor, Galveston, TX 77550. No bid bond is required.
One (1) Secure Transport Van - 2025 model year or newer, ADA Compliant, 7-10 passengers; One (1) Secure Transport Van - 2025 model year or newer, 13 passengers; One (1) non-CDL passenger transit van for Senior Services - 2025 model year or newer, ADA Compliant, 8-12 passengers; One (1) Senior Services bus - 2025 model year or newer, ADA Compliant, 12-14 passengers
Lowest and best bid, direct and indirect costs, transport, maintenance, reliability, life cycle, warranties, customer service after sale
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Summary
Galveston County is seeking bids from qualified vendors to provide secure transport vans and shuttle buses for the Galveston County Sheriff Office and Senior Services (ITB #25-078).
The procurement includes two secure transport vans for the Sheriff Office (one 12-13 passenger ADA-compliant van and one standard van) and two vehicles for Senior Services (one passenger transit van with wheelchair positions and one 12-15 passenger shuttle bus with wheelchair lift). All vehicles must be 2025 model year or newer and include standard and specified equipment. Bids are due by March 19, 2026, at 2:30 PM CST. Questions are due by March 3, 2026, at 5:00 PM CST. Submissions may be made electronically via Bonfire Interactive or physically delivered to the Galveston County Purchasing Agent at 722 Moody Avenue, 5th Floor, Galveston, TX 77550. No bid bond is required.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
8- Lowest and best bid
- Direct and indirect costs
- Transport
- Maintenance
- Reliability
- Life cycle
- Warranties
- Customer service after sale
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- One (1) Secure Transport Van - 2025 model year or newer, ADA Compliant, 7-10 passengers
- One (1) Secure Transport Van - 2025 model year or newer, 13 passengers
- One (1) non-CDL passenger transit van for Senior Services - 2025 model year or newer, ADA Compliant, 8-12 passengers
- One (1) Senior Services bus - 2025 model year or newer, ADA Compliant, 12-14 passengers
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Required Documents Checklist
- Addenda Acknowledgement
- ATTACHMENT A - Vendor Qualification Packet
- ATTACHMENT B - Certification Reg
Debarment, Suspension, and Other Ineligibility, ATTACHMENT C - Certification Regarding Lobbying Form, ATTACHMENT D - Non-Collusion Affidavit, ATTACHMENT E - Prohibition on Contracts with Companies Boycotting Israel, ATTACHMENT F - Prohibition on Contracts with Certain Companies, ATTACHMENT G - Information for Notice, ATTACHMENT H - References, Bid Specifications Sheet, Line-Item Detail Sheet
- Submit to
- https://galvestoncountytx.bonfirehub.com/
- Scope location
- Galveston, TX
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Galveston County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 19, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://galvestoncountytx.bonfirehub.com/. For questions, contact Frank Rodriguez.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
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 Bid 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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: One (1) Secure Transport Van - 2025 model year or newer, ADA Compliant, 7-10 passengers; One (1) Secure Transport Van - 2025 model year or newer, 13 passengers; One (1) non-CDL passenger transit van for Senior Services - 2025 model year or newer, ADA Compliant, 8-12 passengers; One (1) Senior Servic. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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: "Lowest and best bid, direct and indirect costs, transport, maintenance, reliability, life cycle, warranties, customer service after sale" 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 documents are required to bid on this Bid?
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, ATTACHMENT A - Vendor Qualification Packet, ATTACHMENT B - Certification Reg. Debarment, Suspension, and Other Ineligibility, ATTACHMENT C - Cert. 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.
