Clary Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) Systems and Accessories

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is seeking to procure Clary Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) Systems and accessories for the El Paso District, specifically targeting traffic signal power backup solutions. The solicitation requires the procurement of 10 complete UPS systems, including a Clary-SPLX-48 with fast charger, BBS Cabinet, manual bypass switch, battery dongles, cable assemblies, 12V 120AH SLA lead acid batteries, UPS power panel, battery cables, SNMP adapter card, and associated hardware. The UPS systems must meet stringent technical specifications, including the ability to power a full intersection load of 700 watts for a minimum of 4 hours at 25 degrees Celsius, with additional capacity to sustain a 350-watt load for two more hours. The solicitation opened on December 5, 2025, with a deadline for submitting questions by December 9, 2025, and TxDOT's responses to be posted by December 12, 2025. The final bid submission deadline is December 19, 2025, at 3:00 PM Central Time, with a tentative contract award date of January 9, 2026. Award will be based on the lowest price and the respondent's ability to meet the detailed technical specifications outlined in the procurement documents.

The procurement includes a Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) subcontracting goal of 21.1 percent, requiring all respondents to submit a comprehensive HUB Subcontracting Plan as part of their response. Potential bidders must be registered with the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts Centralized Master Bidders List (CMBL) and comply with various state certification requirements, including verifications against federal terrorism watch lists and the System for Award Management (SAM.gov). The solicitation is proprietary under Texas Government Code 2155.067, with TxDOT believing the requested items are unique to one provider. Respondents must complete multiple mandatory forms, including the Execution of Bid, Texas Family Code Schedule, and various certifications. While no specific contract value is explicitly stated, the procurement involves 10 complete UPS systems with associated accessories. Successful respondents may be required to attend a post-award meeting within 10 business days of award notification, and the response remains irrevocable for 120 calendar days following the solicitation closing date.