Clamp, hose, with interliner, 5/8, 13/16"to 1 1/2", SS torque -REF 2095728

Dallas County, through the Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) Authority, is seeking to procure a specific hose clamp with precise technical specifications: a stainless steel torque clamp with an interliner, designed to accommodate hose sizes ranging from 5/8" to 1 1/2" (specifically referenced as catalog item 2095728). This procurement opportunity was posted on November 5, 2025, with a submission deadline of November 10, 2025, indicating a relatively short procurement cycle. The solicitation appears to be for a standardized hardware component likely used in transit infrastructure or maintenance operations. The attached purchase order terms and conditions document provides comprehensive guidelines for potential vendors, including detailed requirements for product quality, commercial warranties, and compliance with technical specifications. While no explicit evaluation criteria are specified in the provided documentation, vendors will be expected to meet the precise dimensional and material requirements for the hose clamp.

The procurement opportunity does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions on vendor participation. The purchase order terms suggest an open competitive process, with standard provisions for equal opportunity requirements and business conduct. The document includes provisions related to business relationships with foreign entities and Israel, which might implicitly influence vendor eligibility. No incumbent vendor information or current contract details are provided in the available documentation. The attachment indicates the purchasing authority (DART) maintains a tax-exempt status and will process payments on a net 30-day terms from invoice receipt. While no specific budget range or award value is mentioned, the procurement appears to be for a standardized hardware component, suggesting a potentially modest contract value. Vendors will be required to comply with Texas statutory regulations and provide commercial warranties guaranteeing the merchantable quality and suitability of the proposed hose clamps.