Renovation of a pre-engineered storage facility in Alice, Texas. Completed plans call for the renovation of a pre-engineered storage facility.

Estimated cost: less than $10,000 for each building SCOPE By means of this IFB, it is the intention of the TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE to acquire bids for four 10'x16' storage buildings as specified on page 10 and 11. Note Paragraph C in the below Terms and Conditions. TERMS AND CONDITIONS A. Vendors are highly recommended to exercise the option of completing an On-Site Inspection (Attachment B) of the job site prior to bidding. By submitting a quotation in response to this IFB, vendor agrees to perform all work under the conditions that exist at the job site irrespective of a completed inspection by vendor. (Not applicable) B. A response to this IFB is an offer to contract based on the terms, conditions, and specifications contained herein. Bids do not become contracts until they are accepted through a TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE purchase order. The contract shall be governed, construed, and interpreted under the laws of the State of Texas. The factors listed in Section 51.9335 Texas Education Code shall also be considered in making an award when specified. Any legal actions must be filed in Brazos County, Texas. C. The TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE 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 TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE and to reject any and all bid items at the sole discretion of the TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE. The TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE also reserves the right to accept or reject all or any part of any bid, waive minor technicalities and award the bid to best serve the interest of the TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE. The TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE shall be sole judge of "the best interest of the TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE". D. This IFB does not commit the TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE to award a contract, issue a purchase order, or pay any cost incurred by a vendor in the preparation of a bid in response to this IFB. E. Upon award of bid, this IFB, awarded vendor's response, and subsequent Purchase Order/s will serve as instruments of contract between the awarded vendor and the TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE. F. The TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE reserves the right to cancel this contract at any time, and without penalty, either in whole or in part, if funds are not appropriated by the Texas Legislature, or are not otherwise made available, or for any other unforeseen cause that may occur. G. This contract will be done in accordance with all specifications, terms and conditions, and requirements of this IFB. The TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE will decide all questions which may arise as to the interpretation of specifications, quality, quantity, and acceptability of goods furnished or work performed. If the contract is for services, TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE will decide the manner of performance and the rate of progress of work and the acceptable fulfillment of the services on the part of the vendor. H. This contract is subject to any constitutional or statutory limitations upon the TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE as an agency of the State of Texas. I. The TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE is committed to maintaining an alcohol and drug-free workplace. Possession, use, or being under the influence of alcohol or controlled substances by vendor or vendor's employees while in the performance of any service performed for the TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE is prohibited. Violation of this requirement shall constitute grounds for cancellation of the contract. J. In the performance of the specified work awarded vendor shall comply with all applicable Federal and State laws including, but not limited to laws governing labor, equal employment opportunity, safety, environmental protection, and materials used in the work. K. Unacceptable vendor performance and/or failure of vendor to comply with specifications, terms and conditions or any other requirements stipulated herein will constitute a breach of contract and will result in the contract becoming subject to cancellation by the TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE. Written notice from the TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE to the vendor of such cancellation will result in the contract becoming voided and canceled immediately thereupon, without penalty to the TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE. L. If the vendor defaults on the contract, TEXAS A&M FOREST SERVICE reserves the right to cancel the contract without notice and either re-solicit or re-award the contract to the next best value bidder originally responding to the IFB. The defaulting vendor will not be considered in the re-solicitation and may not be considered in future solicitations for the same type of work unless the specifications or scope of work is significantly changed. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 10'x16' metal or wood storage building with 8-foot walls and wood floor, delivered and assembled to each location below. Must have an 8'x8' rollup door at the front. Must be tan in color with brown trim. See pictures in Attachment A for reference. No sitework is needed. REFER ALL INQUIRIES TO: Travis Lull Buyer Texas A&M Forest Service Purchasing Department Phone: 979-458-7380 E-mail: travis.lull@tfs.tamu.edu GENERAL Travis Lull may be e-mailed at travis.lull@tfs.tamu.edu or telephoned, 979-458-7380 for general questions regarding this Invitation For Bid (IFB). NOTICE: THE DEADLINE FOR WRITTEN QUESTIONS IS December 14, 2023 at 2:00 P.M. CENTRAL STANDARD TIME (CST). SHOULD AN ADDENDUM BE REQUIRED, IT WILL BE ISSUED BY December 18, 2023 2:00 P.M. CENTRAL STANDARD TIME (CST). *The list of planholders and/or interested bidders is not being tracked by the stakeholders involved with this project. 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