Parts for Damaged TxDOT Freightliner Unit 871119001 for the FOD Abilene District

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for automotive parts and accessories to repair a damaged Freightliner Unit 871119001 specifically for the TxDOT Abilene District, located in Sterling County and Abilene City. The procurement encompasses 114 distinct line items of automotive parts, with detailed part numbers and specific descriptions for each component. This is an emergency purchase conducted under Texas Government Code, with responses due by 3:00 PM Central Time on November 21, 2024, and a tentative award date of November 22, 2024. Delivery requirements mandate that parts be delivered between 8 AM and 4 PM Monday through Friday, excluding holidays, and must receive prior TxDOT approval for alternative delivery times. The contract specifications require firm, fixed pricing with F.O.B. destination terms, with freight prepaid and included in unit pricing, and vendors will be subject to regular performance monitoring by TxDOT.

The procurement is not designated as a set-aside for any specific type of business enterprise, and no incumbent vendor information is provided in the documentation. Vendors will have the opportunity to claim tie-bid preferences and source preferences as outlined in Texas Administrative Code rules. The solicitation requires participation in the state's Early Payment Program, which offers accelerated payments in exchange for vendor discounts. Purchases under this contract will be exempt from state, local, and federal excise taxes. While no specific budget range or award value is explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the 114-line item parts list suggests a potentially significant procurement value. TxDOT will evaluate bids based on responsiveness to the detailed part specifications, pricing, and ability to meet the emergency repair requirements for the damaged Freightliner unit.