Sign Posts for Seguin Regional Distribution Center

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for the procurement of 500 units of fiberglass reinforced plastic sign posts, specifically 12-foot by 3-inch diameter upright gray sign posts with plugs that comply with Specification DMS-4410. This emergency purchase was posted on January 30, 2026, with responses due by February 3, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. central time, and an estimated contract award date of February 13, 2026. The materials must be delivered to the Seguin Regional Supply Center located at 2024 Highway 46 North, Seguin, Texas 78155-2206, with delivery restricted to 8:00 a.m. through 4:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday, excluding state and federal holidays. All pricing must be quoted on an F.O.B. destination basis with freight prepaid and included in the unit price, and respondents must identify the manufacturer and model of the sign posts being offered and provide proof of authorization as a dealer or distributor within two days of TxDOT's request. All goods are subject to acceptance inspection and performance testing upon receipt, not to exceed thirty working days. Responses must be submitted electronically via email in separate, unencrypted PDF documents and must include a signed Invitation for Bid, Vendor Data Schedule, and Texas Family Code Schedule.

Respondents claiming tie-bid preferences, such as Texas-produced goods or products from service-disabled veteran-owned businesses, must identify these claims on the solicitation document. This procurement is an emergency purchase made under Texas Government Code 2155.137 and 34 TAC 20.82, with no minimum or maximum purchase guarantee provided, as TxDOT will order only the quantity needed to satisfy operating requirements. No incumbent vendors or existing contractors are identified in this solicitation. Payment will be made within thirty days of receipt of a correct invoice, and TxDOT offers an Early Payment Program that provides prioritized invoice processing and early payment in exchange for a cash discount. The solicitation does not specify a renewal or extension option; it is a one-time purchase order arrangement with no listed budget range or award value specified.