Thermostat, 350F, kidde -REF 2096655

Dallas Area Rapid Transit Authority (DART), a government entity operating within Dallas County, Texas, is seeking a Kidde-brand thermostat with a 350-degree Fahrenheit rating (reference number 2096655). This procurement involves the purchase of a specific mechanical component, with the deliverable being the thermostat unit itself meeting the identified specifications. The request does not specify quantity requirements, project timelines, or detailed performance objectives beyond the temperature rating and manufacturer specification. Potential bidders must comply with standard DART procurement procedures as outlined in the attached Purchase Order Terms and Conditions document. The deadline for submission is January 14, 2026, with the opportunity posted on January 11, 2026, providing a three-day response window. No site visits, bidders' conferences, or question submission dates are specified in the available documentation. Evaluation criteria are not explicitly detailed in the provided materials, though compliance with contractual terms and ability to meet the specified product requirements would be implicit evaluation factors.

The procurement documents do not identify any specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged or minority-owned enterprises, nor do they reference incumbent vendors or existing contractors. Payment terms establish that invoices submitted in triplicate will be compensated 30 days from receipt or order date, whichever is later, unless alternative written terms are agreed upon. The seller bears responsibility for all applicable federal, state, and local taxes, though DART is exempt from Texas sales and use taxes. Respondents must certify compliance with equal opportunity requirements, confirm no pecuniary interest by public officials, attest to non-association with designated Foreign Terrorist Organizations, and certify non-participation in Israel boycotts. The agreement is governed by Texas law with dispute resolution authority vesting with the DART Contracting Officer, subject to appeal within 30 days. No specific budget range or award value is disclosed in the available documentation.