Road Debris Blade Removal Systems for Fleet Operations Division

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has posted a solicitation for Road Debris Blade Removal Systems to be used by its Fleet Operations Division. The contract seeks to establish a firm, fixed-price agreement for hydraulic attachments and accessories, such as hammers, rams, and debris blades, that can remove bulky debris weighing up to 150 pounds from roadways at speeds less than 20 mph. The systems must be compatible with and mountable on 2019 or newer Ford and Chevrolet 1/2 ton and higher pickup trucks. Key technical requirements include a 1,200 PSI hydraulic crossover relief valve, a 12-volt 2HP motor with 2,000 PSI pressure rating, and a 720p IR multi-view camera system with in-cab video touch screen monitor. Responses are due by 10:00 AM CST on February 23, 2024, and the tentative contract award date is March 1, 2024. The contract may be increased by mutual agreement up to the original quantity through August 31, 2024.

This solicitation is open to all respondents and does not include any set-aside designations. The contract opportunity covers multiple Texas jurisdictions, including Harris County and various cities within the Houston metropolitan area. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are listed, and the solicitation does not provide any information on award values or budget ranges. Vendors will be subject to performance monitoring, and unsatisfactory performance may result in a negative vendor performance report or contract cancellation.