Panola County Used Railroad Tank Cars/Flat Cars ITB 2026
Panola CountyCounty · Panola County, TX- Due
- Dec 1, 2026
- 25 days left
- Posted
- Nov 3, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Melanie Earle
- (903) 693-3763
The 30-second brief
Panola County, Texas invites sealed bids for an annual contract for used railroad tank cars and flat cars commencing January 1, 2027, and continuing through December 31, 2027. The scope includes supplying tank cars of various diameters and lengths (8' to 10' diameter, 30' to 56' long) with both ends removed and holes sealed, and flat cars under 60' to 90' long with wood or steel decks and minimum 80,000 lbs carrying capacity. Estimated quantity to be purchased is 4 per year for each type. Bids are due by 9:00 AM, Tuesday, December 1, 2026, to the County Judge, Panola County Courthouse, Room 216, Carthage, Texas 75633. Requirements include Form 1295 Certificate of Interested Parties, non-collusion affidavit, insurance certificates, and references.
Tank cars (8' to 9' diameter/30' to 40' long; 9 1/2' diameter/40' to 56' long; 10' diameter/50' to 56' long); Flat cars (Under 60' long; 60' to 79' long; 79' to 90' long)
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Summary
Panola County, Texas invites sealed bids for an annual contract for used railroad tank cars and flat cars commencing January 1, 2027, and continuing through December 31, 2027.
The scope includes supplying tank cars of various diameters and lengths (8' to 10' diameter, 30' to 56' long) with both ends removed and holes sealed, and flat cars under 60' to 90' long with wood or steel decks and minimum 80,000 lbs carrying capacity. Estimated quantity to be purchased is 4 per year for each type. Bids are due by 9:00 AM, Tuesday, December 1, 2026, to the County Judge, Panola County Courthouse, Room 216, Carthage, Texas 75633. Requirements include Form 1295 Certificate of Interested Parties, non-collusion affidavit, insurance certificates, and references.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Tank cars (8' to 9' diameter/30' to 40' long
- 9 1/2' diameter/40' to 56' long
- 10' diameter/50' to 56' long)
- Flat cars (Under 60' long
- 60' to 79' long
- 79' to 90' long)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Certificate of Interested Parties Form 1295
- Non-collusion affidavit
- Insurance certificate
- References
- Submit to
- County Judge, Panola County Courthouse, Room 216, Carthage, Texas 75633
- Scope location
- Carthage, TX
Questions about this ITB
How do I respond to this ITB from Panola County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 1, 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: County Judge, Panola County Courthouse, Room 216, Carthage, Texas 75633. For questions, contact Melanie Earle.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this ITB?
Most government agencies, including Panola 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 ITB 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 Melanie Earle at (903) 693-3763. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Tank cars (8' to 9' diameter/30' to 40' long; 9 1/2' diameter/40' to 56' long; 10' diameter/50' to 56' long); Flat cars (Under 60' long; 60' to 79' long; 79' to 90' long). Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Panola County?
All active and historical solicitations from Panola County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Panola 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 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 1, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this ITB?
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: Certificate of Interested Parties Form 1295, non-collusion affidavit, insurance certificate, references. Review the full document from Panola 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: Carthage, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.