Lot Scrubbers and Sweeper

The Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) Authority is seeking sealed offers for the procurement of six industrial cleaning machines, specifically five Tennant M30 Ride-On Sweeper Scrubbers or equivalent models and one Tennant T1581 Ride-On Floor Scrubber or equivalent. The equipment must meet detailed specifications including diesel, gas, or LPG power sources, coverage capacities ranging from 23,244 to 218,240 square feet, tank capacities between 75 and 95 gallons, and cleaning path widths of 48 to 64 inches. Prospective vendors must provide fully operational equipment with comprehensive warranties, ready for immediate service at DART's facility located at 1200 East Jefferson, Dallas, TX 75203. The solicitation (Number B-2091829) was posted on December 8, 2025, with offers due by December 18, 2025, at 2:00 PM local Dallas time via the Bonfire Hub submission portal. Evaluation will consider price, small business enterprise participation, and the ability to meet or exceed the specified equipment characteristics, with DART reserving the right to reject any or all bids.

The solicitation includes a 5% Small Business Enterprise (SBC) participation goal, requiring offerors to meet or demonstrate good faith efforts toward this target. Subcontractors must perform at least 30% of the contract work with their own workforce and submit detailed documentation of their participation. The contract incorporates federal requirements including Davis-Bacon Act provisions and E-Verify system compliance for all employees and subcontractors. Insurance requirements are comprehensive, mandating Commercial Automobile Liability ($1,000,000), Commercial General Liability ($2,000,000 per occurrence), and Workers' Compensation Insurance ($1,000,000 employer's liability). Vendors must also complete extensive documentation, including a Business Questionnaire, Representations and Certifications, and an Employee Information Report detailing workforce demographics. While specific contract value is not explicitly stated, the procurement involves high-value industrial equipment and includes provisions for a potential contract extension up to sixteen months, suggesting a significant investment in facility maintenance infrastructure.