Port O'Conner Gate Operator

The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) has issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB) for a turnkey gate operator replacement project at the Port O'Conner Office/yard, located at 418 S. 16th Street in Port O'Conner, TX. The procurement specifically seeks the removal of an existing gate operator and installation of a new HySecurity SlideDiver 15 (stainless steel) gate operator with associated infrastructure components. Key deliverables include demolishing the current gate operator, hauling off existing equipment, installing a new operator stand, implementing an aluminum drive rail, and creating an emergency access system with piping. The solicitation requires a comprehensive bid that covers all associated costs, fees, licenses, and expenses, with electronic responses due by 5:00 PM Central Time on June 13, 2025. A mandatory pre-bid site visit is scheduled for May 27, 2025, at 10:00 AM at the Port O'Conner location, and the anticipated contract award date is June 24, 2025, with contract performance expiring on August 31, 2025. DPS will evaluate bidders using best value criteria under Texas Government Code 2156.007, which includes assessment through the Vendor Performance Tracking System and potential review of past performance, financial stability, and references.

The solicitation appears to be open to all qualified vendors, with no specific set-aside designations explicitly mentioned in the documents. Contractors will be required to complete various certification forms, including an Information and Certifications Form that covers compliance with child support, employment practices, cybersecurity, and international business restrictions. Vendors must provide documentation such as a W-9 form, Texas Identification Number application, and direct deposit authorization. While no specific budget range is detailed, the project seems to be a fixed-scope replacement with no guaranteed minimum compensation. The contractor will receive a 1-year warranty on materials and labor, with a 5-year warranty on operator parts for defects. Arturo Gomez from Weslaco, TX, is identified as the Construction Manager, and Alma Martinez from RFM is listed as the DPS Site Contact. Bidders must demonstrate the ability to maintain site cleanliness, control waste materials, protect construction areas, and coordinate effectively with DPS representatives throughout the project implementation.