6-Conductor Cable

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) No. 601310000098161 for the procurement of 6-conductor cables, specifically seeking 50,000 feet of cable delivered as 20 rolls of 2,500 feet each. The solicitation, classified under NIGP Class-Item 550-91, is managed by purchaser Perla Hernandez and will be conducted through the Euna Procurement system at https://txdot.bonfirehub.com/. The SmartSensor 6-conductor Cable must meet detailed technical specifications, including a heavy-duty, weather-resistant design with 6-conductor configuration, featuring color-coded conductors, RS-485 dual communications connectivity, and an 8-pin connector. Vendors must submit comprehensive responses through the procurement platform by November 19, 2025, at 3:00 PM Central Time, including a Bid Table, Execution of Bid form, Texas Family Code Schedule, and Addenda Acknowledgement. TxDOT will evaluate responses based on lowest price and the respondent's ability to meet specifications, with a tentative contract award date of November 28, 2025. Delivery of the cables must occur between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM Monday through Thursday at the Fort Worth location, excluding state and federal holidays.

The solicitation encourages participation from various vendor types, with specific provisions for preferences including Texas-produced supplies, agricultural products, service-disabled veteran-owned businesses, and USA-produced goods. New suppliers must apply to be listed on the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts Centralized Master Bidders List (CMBL) to receive bidding opportunities, and existing vendors should verify their CMBL information is current. Respondents must certify compliance with anti-trust laws, anti-terrorism screening through SAM and OFAC lists, and restrictions on employment of former state executives. The procurement includes mandatory certifications regarding child support obligations and prohibitions on doing business with entities that owe child support. While no specific contract value is explicitly stated, the solicitation indicates that vendor performance will be tracked for contracts of $25,000 or more. All electrical items must meet OSHA standards and bear appropriate listings from UL, FMRC, or NEMA, and the response remains irrevocable for 120 calendar days following the solicitation opening.