Salt Brine Production Systems for the TxDOT Houston District Maintenance Operations

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is procuring high-capacity salt brine production systems for the TxDOT Houston District Maintenance Operations. The solicitation specifies requirements for a system with a minimum 750-gallon brine maker, 1,550-gallon batch tank, and 6,000-gallon main storage tank capable of producing at least 6,000 gallons per hour of 23% salt brine solution. The equipment must be constructed of HDPE plastic and stainless steel, with a 2-horsepower, 90-gallon-per-minute brine pump. Vendors must provide original manuals and warranty the equipment for at least 12 months. Evaluation will be based on the lowest price and ability to meet the technical requirements. The solicitation is due on August 29, 2024, with a tentative award date of August 30, 2024.

TxDOT has determined that subcontracting opportunities are probable under this contract and has set a 21.1% Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) annual procurement utilization goal. Respondents must submit a HUB Subcontracting Plan demonstrating good faith efforts to utilize HUB vendors. The solicitation is open to all interested vendors registered on the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts Centralized Master Bidders List. No incumbent vendors or contract values are specified. The contract will be awarded to the responsible respondent providing the best value to the state.