ESBD_391236_1737047661825_SOL_EXH_F.4_Direct Deposit Authorization Form.pdf

This is a Direct Deposit Authorization Form file related to a Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) procurement for Communication Diagnostic Meters. The DPS is seeking to purchase 30 Communication Diagnostic Meters, specifically 44DL Watt Meter Dig & Ana Modulation units with Telewave TC44-R ruggedized carrying cases or equivalent products. Bid submissions must be sent electronically to DPS_Solicit_Response@dps.texas.gov by 5:00 PM Central Time on February 17, 2025, with an anticipated contract award date of March 1, 2025. The contract term is one year with a possible six-month extension option.

The procurement will be awarded on a best value basis according to Texas Government Code 2156.007. Bidders must submit pricing using the mandatory pricing schedule, including all associated costs, fees, licenses, and expenses. The DPS does not guarantee minimum compensation and will only make payments after Contract Monitor approval. The solicitation encourages participation from diverse business entities, including HUBs (Historically Underutilized Businesses), small, minority-owned, and disadvantaged businesses. Vendors must demonstrate financial stability and comply with various state regulations, including cybersecurity training and ethical standards. The contract includes specific restrictions related to businesses with connections to China, Iran, North Korea, and Russia.