BOLT, 5/16"-18 X 5/8", GRADE 5 (BOX OF 100) - ref 2094432

Dallas County, specifically the Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) Authority, is seeking to procure a specific hardware item: BOLT, 5/16"-18 X 5/8", GRADE 5 in a box of 100 units, with reference number 2094432. This procurement opportunity is currently open, with a posting date of September 3, 2025, and a submission deadline of September 8, 2025. The procurement appears to be a straightforward purchase of industrial hardware, likely for maintenance or construction purposes within the DART transit infrastructure. The attached Purchase Order Terms and Conditions document outlines comprehensive requirements for potential vendors, including detailed specifications for order acceptance, delivery protocols, and performance standards. Vendors must be prepared to meet strict quality control measures, including maintaining merchantable quality of supplies and complying with precise technical specifications.

The procurement opportunity does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises based on the provided documentation. The purchase order terms do, however, include important legal and operational requirements, such as certifications that vendors do not have business relationships with designated foreign terrorist organizations or entities boycotting Israel. While specific award values are not disclosed, the detailed terms suggest a structured procurement process with rigorous vendor evaluation criteria. The document emphasizes equal employment opportunities and includes provisions for comprehensive vendor performance assessments. Payment terms indicate that successful vendors can expect compensation within 30 days of invoice submission, with DART being exempt from Texas state and local sales taxes. Potential respondents should carefully review the attached Purchase Order Terms and Conditions to ensure full compliance with all contractual provisions and operational expectations.