Click 656 Cabinet Interface Device

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is soliciting bids for the procurement of 32 Click 656 Cabinet Interface Devices through Invitation for Bid (IFB) No. 601310000098262. The device, manufactured by Wavetronix, is a compact cabinet-mounted interface module designed for traffic management and control systems, capable of supporting up to six SmartSensors and providing 64 detector channels through SDLC communications. The device offers comprehensive connectivity options including Ethernet, RS-232, RS-485, USB, and T-bus ports, with an on-site OLED configuration panel and web-based interface for management. Technical specifications include operational temperature ranges from -29F to 165F, compliance with NEMA TS2-2003 standards, and FCC requirements, with surge immunity ratings per IEC/EN 61000-4-5 standards. The bid response deadline is December 19, 2025, with vendors required to submit complete bid documentation through the Euna Procurement platform, including the Texas Family Code Schedule, Execution of Bid form, and a completed bid table. Vendors must register on the TxDOT Procurement Portal and can direct inquiries to Perla Hernandez at Perla.Quiroz@txdot.gov or 979-436-1752.

The solicitation includes provisions for potential set-aside preferences for disadvantaged businesses, including economically disadvantaged businesses, service-disabled veteran-owned businesses, and other designated categories under Rule 34TAC 20.306. Vendors must be registered on the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts' Centralized Master Bidders List (CMBL) and include applicable NIGP classifications to be eligible. The contract includes a two-year manufacturer's warranty from Wavetronix, covering material and workmanship defects, with optional extended support services available. Respondents must provide comprehensive documentation including ownership information, Social Security numbers for entities holding more than 25% ownership, and certifications regarding child support obligations and anti-corruption practices. While specific award value is not explicitly stated, the procurement involves 32 units of the power supply switching unit with a 5VDC AC/DC capability, 30-amp maximum current, and 150-watt rated power. Vendors must demonstrate compliance with Texas Family Code Section 231.006 and be prepared for potential contract termination if certifications are found to be inaccurate.