Acusensus Heads Up Study

The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) has issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB) for a sole source/proprietary procurement of the Acusensus Heads Up Study, solicitation number 405-25R0004041. The 24-week data assessment project will analyze traffic patterns and potential violations along Texas's southern border, with Acusensus required to identify and select 12 locations for deploying their Heads-Up solution. The contractor must conduct virtual and physical site surveys, collecting data for 14 continuous days at each location for 8 hours per day, utilizing machine learning algorithms to identify potential violations including distracted driving and seatbelt non-compliance. Electronic responses were due by January 31, 2025, at 5:00 PM CT, with an anticipated contract award date of February 7, 2025. The contract term runs from the effective date through August 31, 2025. DPS will evaluate responses based on best value standards in accordance with Texas Government Code 2156.007, considering past performance metrics and vendor tracking system ratings. Bidders must provide pricing for one unit of the 24-week study in the mandatory pricing schedule format.

The procurement includes mandatory HUB (Historically Underutilized Business) participation requirements, with a HUB goal of 26.0% for all other services contracts. Vendors are required to submit a detailed HUB Subcontracting Plan, with specific instructions to notify at least three Texas certified HUBs and two trade organizations at least seven working days prior to bid submission. The solicitation covers various commodity codes including analytical predictive studies, surveying systems software, data logging devices, and statistical services. There is no guaranteed minimum compensation, and contract continuation is subject to funding availability. Bidders must provide various certifications and documentation, including tax identification forms (W-9), direct deposit information, and complete an Information and Certifications Form. The procurement requires vendors to certify compliance with numerous state regulations, including cybersecurity training, non-boycott status, and non-affiliation with foreign adversaries. Past performance will be evaluated through the Vendor Performance Tracking System, with potential disqualification for unsatisfactory scores or active corrective action plans.