Clamp, hose, constant torque, 5/8", 2 3/4"-3 5/8" - REF 2096353

Dallas County and the Dallas Area Rapid Transit Authority (DART) are seeking to procure a specific hose clamp product with precise technical specifications, identified by reference number 2096353. The procurement is for a CLAMP, HOSE, CONSTANT TORQUE with dimensions of 5/8" and a range of 2 3/4"-3 5/8". The solicitation was posted on December 18, 2025, with a response deadline of December 23, 2025, indicating a very tight procurement timeline. Potential vendors must carefully review the attached Purchase Order Terms and Conditions, which outline comprehensive contractual requirements including commercial warranty provisions, equal opportunity employment practices, and compliance certifications. Key vendor qualifications include the ability to provide commercial-grade hose clamps meeting exact dimensional specifications, demonstrating technical competence in manufacturing precision mechanical components. Vendors must also certify they are not on the Texas Comptroller's list of companies with foreign terrorist organization ties and do not boycott Israel.

The procurement appears to have no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged businesses based on the provided documentation. The Purchase Order Terms and Conditions document suggests broad vendor eligibility, with primary emphasis on technical capability and compliance with legal and ethical standards. While no specific budget range is disclosed, the procurement seems focused on a standard hardware component suggesting a potentially modest contract value. Vendors will be subject to rigorous evaluation criteria including product specifications, compliance certifications, and adherence to DART's standard purchase order terms. The contracting authority reserves significant discretion in vendor selection, with the Contracting Officer maintaining broad powers to make changes, terminate agreements, and resolve potential disputes. Risk of loss remains with the seller until successful delivery and acceptance by DART, underscoring the importance of precise product conformance and timely, accurate fulfillment.