Nut, HEX, elastic stop, 1/4""-20, GRD 8, YZ (box of 100) - REF 2096255

The state and local contract opportunity posted by Dallas County, Texas involves the procurement of NUT, HEX, ELASTIC STOP, 1/4"-20, GRD 8, YZ (BOX OF 100) with reference number 2096255. The solicitation was posted on December 9, 2025, with proposals due by December 12, 2025, indicating a rapid turnaround time for potential vendors. The procurement is specifically for a specialized hardware item, a box of 100 hex elastic stop nuts with specific grade and zinc yellow (YZ) finish specifications. The procurement is being conducted through the Dallas Area Rapid Transit Authority (DART), which has established comprehensive standard purchase order terms and conditions governing the transaction. The goods will be subject to inspection and acceptance at the destination, with sellers required to perform thorough inspections and tests to verify conformity with technical specifications. Potential vendors must ensure their products meet the precise mechanical and dimensional requirements for the 1/4"-20 grade 8 hex elastic stop nut.

The contract opportunity does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions on vendor participation. However, the purchase order terms include several compliance requirements that vendors must meet, such as providing certification that they do not boycott Israel and are not listed on the Texas Comptroller's Foreign Terrorist Organization list. The terms and conditions incorporate standard equal opportunity provisions, suggesting a commitment to fair and open competition. While no specific award value is mentioned, the procurement appears to be for a standardized hardware component likely used in DART's transit infrastructure maintenance or construction projects. The contract will be governed by Texas law, with any potential disputes resolved through DART's Contracting Officer and with venue established in Dallas County. The standard payment terms are net 30 days from invoice or order receipt, providing clear financial expectations for the successful vendor.