Roadside Flashing Beacon Assemblies

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), specifically the Corpus Christi District, is seeking bids for 20 solar-powered roadside flashing beacon assemblies through Solicitation Number 601320000067000. The procurement is an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for comprehensive roadside signal equipment, with specific delivery requirements to 1701 South Padre Island Drive, Corpus Christi, TX 78416. The beacon assemblies must include multiple complex components such as a 90W solar panel, yellow polycarbonate beacon signals, tunnel visors, traffic signal light bulbs, a 24-hour 2-battery cabinet, controller, a 10-foot aluminum pole, and associated hardware like anchor bolts and grounding lugs. The bid is scheduled to be opened on June 9, 2025, at 3:00 PM Central Time, with a contract period ending June 11, 2025. Vendors must submit comprehensive documentation including product literature and certifications, meeting precise technical specifications outlined in the detailed solicitation package.

The procurement includes specific vendor qualification requirements, particularly emphasizing participation in the Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) program for contracts exceeding $100,000. Vendors must be registered on the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts Centralized Master Bidders List (CMBL) and comply with state purchasing guidelines using National Institute of Governmental Purchasing (NIGP) codes. An Early Payment Program is available, offering vendors accelerated invoice processing with potential cash discounts and payments within 10 business days. The solicitation includes performance monitoring provisions, with potential consequences for unsatisfactory vendor performance and opportunities for performance recognition. While a specific contract value is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the beacon assembly requirements suggests a significant procurement investment focused on enhancing roadside safety infrastructure in the Nueces County region.