Link drag power steering -REF 2096747

Dallas Area Rapid Transit Authority (DART) is procuring a Link Drag Power Steering component, identified as Reference 2096747, for use in Dallas County, Texas. This procurement involves the supply of a specific automotive steering system component essential to DART's transit operations and vehicle maintenance requirements. The solicitation was posted on January 15, 2026, with a submission deadline of January 20, 2026, providing potential vendors with a five-day window to submit responses. While the available documentation does not specify exact quantities, delivery schedules, or site visit requirements, the procurement is governed by standard purchase order terms and conditions that establish the contractual framework between DART and the selected vendor. Sellers are required to provide commercial warranties ensuring merchantable quality and strict compliance with specified technical requirements. The evaluation criteria emphasize compliance with DART's standard terms, including equal employment opportunity certifications, verification of non-boycott status regarding Israel, and confirmation that the vendor is not listed on the Texas Comptroller's roster of companies with contracts to foreign terrorist organizations.

The terms and conditions document does not specify any set-aside designations, minority-owned business enterprise (MBE) requirements, or restrictions limiting eligible respondents based on organizational type or disadvantaged enterprise status. No incumbent vendor information or current contractor details are provided in the available procurement materials. Payment terms specify that invoices shall be submitted in triplicate with payment due 30 days from invoice receipt or 30 days from order receipt, whichever occurs later, unless alternative payment arrangements are negotiated in writing. DART is exempt from Texas state and local sales and use taxes, and vendors are responsible for all applicable federal, state, and local taxes not covered by DART's exemption status. The specific award value or budget range for this procurement is not disclosed in the available documentation; interested vendors should contact DART directly or review additional procurement details for pricing expectations and budget parameters.