LOCK LATCH, 3/8 DIA ROD - ref 2094212

Dallas County, through the Dallas Area Rapid Transit Authority (DART), is seeking to procure a specific hardware component identified as a LOCK LATCH with a 3/8 inch diameter rod, referenced by procurement number 2094212. The procurement opportunity was posted on August 20, 2025, with a response deadline of August 25, 2025, indicating a relatively short procurement cycle. The solicitation appears to be for a precise mechanical component, potentially for infrastructure, transportation, or maintenance equipment used within the DART system. While specific technical specifications are not fully detailed in the provided documentation, the procurement is governed by standard DART purchase order terms and conditions. The procurement process will be conducted under Texas state law, with all legal proceedings to be venue in Dallas County.

The attached purchase order terms and conditions document suggests this opportunity is open to standard commercial vendors without explicit set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises. The procurement includes standard commercial provisions such as payment terms of net 30 days, incorporation of commercial warranties, and compliance with equal opportunity requirements. Vendors will be required to provide certifications regarding foreign terrorist organizations and Israel boycott compliance. While no specific budget range is indicated for this lock latch procurement, the standard terms suggest a formal competitive procurement process. The document emphasizes that DART is exempt from Texas state and local sales taxes, which will be deducted from any invoices. Potential vendors should carefully review the full terms and conditions, particularly provisions related to assignment restrictions, dispute resolution, and the right of DART to terminate contracts for both default and convenience.