Purchase of a Handheld X-Ray Florescence Analyzer for TxDOT Material and Testing Division

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is seeking to purchase a Handheld X-Ray Florescence Analyzer for their Material and Testing Division through a state and local contract opportunity. The analyzer must meet specific technical requirements, including a 50 kV, 200A miniature x-ray tube, a large area drift detector, and an integrated CPU with a touch screen. The unit must weigh less than 3 pounds, include 2 battery packs and a charger, and come with a portable stand, printer, and sample preparation kit. The analyzer must be delivered to the TxDOT Materials and Tests Division in Austin, Texas. TxDOT will evaluate responses based on criteria such as installation costs, quality, reliability, the vendor's experience and past performance, and financial resources. The opening date specified is the due date for submittal of responses, and no late submissions will be accepted. TxDOT will post all addenda, additional documents, questions and answers, or changes related to the solicitation on the agency's website.

The solicitation does not mention any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. It also does not provide details on incumbent vendors, current contractors, existing infrastructure, or technology integration requirements. While the total contract value is not explicitly stated, TxDOT is seeking to purchase a single Handheld X-Ray Florescence Analyzer as part of this state and local contract opportunity.