Traffic Cabinet Assemblies for Seguin Regional Distribution Center

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for ten (10) NEMA TS/2 Type 1 fully actuated, solid-state traffic signal controller cabinet assemblies to be delivered to the Seguin Regional Supply Center in Grimes County. The solicitation requires these units to precisely meet Specification DMS 11170 and be identical to products on TxDOT's Material Producer List, with specific examples including Cubic ITS/Trafficware Part No. 70006-3044E or approved equivalents. Respondents must be official authorized dealers or distributors and provide proof of authorization within two days of request if solicited. The bid was posted on November 10, 2025, with responses due on November 14, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. central time, and is classified as an emergency purchase under Texas Government Code 2155.137. Evaluation criteria will focus on lowest responsive, responsible bidder or best value, with TxDOT reserving the right to reject any response. The tentative contract award date is December 8, 2025, with delivery required between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday, excluding state and federal holidays.

Bidders may claim various statutory preferences under 34 TAC 20.306, including Texas bidder, Texas-produced products, and USA-produced supplies. The solicitation indicates estimated quantities are for comparison purposes only, with no guaranteed minimum or maximum purchase commitment. All equipment will be subject to acceptance inspection and performance testing not exceeding thirty working days. Pricing is to be submitted on a firm, fixed, F.O.B. destination basis with prepaid freight included in unit pricing, and all purchases are exempt from state, local, and federal excise taxes. The October 2025 Material Producer List identifies pre-qualified manufacturers meeting Buy America compliance requirements. While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed, the procurement appears open to authorized dealers and distributors meeting technical specifications. No specific budget range or award value is provided in the solicitation, though the procurement involves ten traffic signal controller cabinet assemblies with unit pricing to be determined through the bidding process.