Radiator side channel | REF 2097280

Dallas County, through the Dallas Area Rapid Transit Authority (DART), is soliciting bids for a radiator side channel component identified as Reference 2097280. This procurement involves the supply of a specific radiator side channel part that must strictly conform to stated specifications and requirements. The selected vendor must warrant that all supplies meet the established specifications and are covered by the most favorable commercial warranties provided to any customer. Delivery timelines are identified as essential to the order, with failure to meet specified delivery schedules constituting grounds for rejection and potential default termination of the contract. The Contracting Officer retains authority to make written changes to the order, with any resulting cost or schedule impacts subject to equitable adjustment claims that must be submitted within 30 days of receiving the change order. The proposal due date is February 18, 2026, providing a five-day window from the February 13, 2026 posting date for potential bidders to submit their responses. Payment will be processed within 30 days of invoice receipt or order receipt, whichever is later, unless alternative terms are negotiated in writing.

The procurement requires all vendors to certify non-association with foreign terrorist organizations and commit to not boycotting Israel during the contract term. Vendors are prohibited from assigning the order without prior written consent from DART and must maintain equal employment opportunity practices, including posting related notices to employees and applicants. DART is exempt from Texas state and local sales and use taxes, and any such taxes erroneously included on invoices will be deducted from payment. The order is governed by Texas law with venue in Dallas County, establishing the legal framework for dispute resolution. No specific budget range or award value is disclosed in the available procurement documentation, and no set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises or specific vendor categories are explicitly mentioned in the posted materials. Interested vendors should submit invoices in triplicate, including the purchase order number, item description, quantities, unit prices, and extended totals to comply with DART's submission requirements.