Electro Hydraulic Unit for Streetcar

Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) is conducting an Invitation for Bid (IFB) No. B-2092367 for replacement parts specifically for streetcar Electro-Hydraulic Units. The procurement seeks two units of specialized electro-hydraulic equipment with specific manufacturer part numbers from Knorr Brake Company (PN #815257) and Brookville (Part Number #03-31179). The replacement parts must have a minimum of three years of transit field experience, capable of operating in temperatures ranging from -15F to 115F, and must interface with existing systems without modifications. The solicitation requires electronic bid submission through the DART Bonfire Electronic Supplier Portal by October 16, 2025, at 2:00 PM local Dallas time, with offers remaining firm for 120 calendar days from submission. Potential bidders must provide comprehensive documentation including representations and certifications, subcontractor information, and detailed packaging specifications. The contract term is set for two years from the award date, with no pre-bid conference scheduled.

The procurement includes specific Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprise (MWBE) participation goals, targeting 25% Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and 5% Women-Owned Business Enterprise (WBE) participation. Subcontractors must be certified through the North Central Texas Regional Certification Agency (NCTRCA) and will be evaluated based on their business type, minority or woman-owned status, and annual gross receipts. The solicitation requires extensive documentation of good faith efforts to include MBE and WBE participants, with potential sanctions for non-compliance. While specific contract value is not explicitly stated, the procurement requires bidders to include all associated costs in their unit pricing, encompassing supervision, labor, equipment, materials, vehicle licensing, title, warehousing, freight, pick-up, financing, and carrying charges. Contractors must complete a comprehensive Business Questionnaire providing details about their business background, including years of operation, annual gross revenue, number of employees, and references for similar projects. False statements in the offer could result in criminal penalties under Section 37.10 of the Texas Penal Code, contract termination, or being barred from future DART business.