ARM WIPER CS AND SS 2-PIECE GEN 3 - ref 2097969

Dallas Area Rapid Transit Authority (DART) is procuring arm wiper components specified as a 2-piece, composite steel and stainless steel assembly designated as Generation 3 (reference number 2097969). The procurement is open to suppliers capable of manufacturing or providing this component, which must meet DART's specifications, drawings, and technical requirements as outlined in the purchase order documentation. Delivery schedules are considered essential contract terms, with failure to meet specified timelines constituting grounds for order rejection and default termination. DART's Contracting Officer retains the authority to issue written changes to orders, with sellers eligible for equitable cost or schedule adjustments if changes are submitted within 30 days of receipt. The proposal submission deadline is April 28, 2026, with the opportunity posted on April 23, 2026, providing potential bidders with a five-day response window. Standard inspection and acceptance procedures will occur at the destination unless otherwise specified, with sellers responsible for conducting all necessary inspections and testing to ensure conformance to contractual requirements.

The procurement terms establish that invoices are payable within 30 days of invoice receipt or 30 days from order receipt, whichever is later, with all pricing required to include applicable federal, state, and local taxes and duties; DART's exemption from Texas state and local sales and use taxes must be deducted from submitted invoices. The purchase order agreement incorporates comprehensive compliance requirements, including equal opportunity employment provisions, certifications regarding foreign terrorist organizations and Israel boycotts, and implied warranties of merchantable quality and fitness for intended use. Sellers are prohibited from assigning orders or associated payments without prior written consent from DART's Contracting Officer and must certify the absence of pecuniary interests held by public officials in the contract. The contract is governed by Texas law with venue established in Dallas County, and DART retains termination rights for both default and convenience. No specific set-aside designations, incumbent vendor information, budget ranges, or award values are explicitly stated in the available documentation.