Astro Brac and Span Wire Assemblies for the TxDOT Fort Worth District.

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), specifically the Fort Worth District, is soliciting bids for Astro Brac and Span Wire Assemblies through Invitation for Bid (IFB) No. 601310000097605. This procurement opportunity covers jurisdictions including Tarrant County and Frankston Town, with bids being accepted from September 25, 2025, to October 9, 2025, at 3:00 PM Central Time. Vendors must submit responses through the Bonfire system and comply with all TxDOT terms and conditions. The procurement will be evaluated based on best value criteria, considering factors such as ability to meet specifications, past performance, installation costs, life cycle costs, quality, reliability, and delivery terms. Key submission deadlines include October 1, 2025, for submitting questions, with TxDOT responses to be posted by October 2, 2025. The tentative contract award date is set for October 10, 2025, with pricing requirements mandating firm, all-inclusive, and fixed rates for the contract term, with F.O.B. destination and freight prepaid.

The solicitation includes several set-aside and preference provisions, with emphasis on historically underutilized businesses (HUBs) and compliance with state regulations. Vendors must meet various certification requirements, including anti-discrimination statutes, cybersecurity training, and Texas Family Code provisions related to child support obligations. Preference may be given to Texas-produced goods, agricultural products, USA-produced supplies, and businesses owned by service-disabled veterans or those supporting environmentally sensitive practices. Respondents must disclose ownership information and certify compliance with anti-trust laws, terrorism watch lists, and state procurement regulations. Vendors are required to be registered on the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts' Centralized Master Bidders List (CMBL) and must ensure their NIGP class and item codes are current. While specific award values are not explicitly stated in the provided documents, the solicitation suggests a comprehensive procurement process designed to ensure competitive and compliant vendor selection for the specified wire assemblies.