Wavetronix SmartSenor Matrix, Advance and accessories

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), specifically the Fort Worth District, is soliciting bids for Wavetronix SmartSensor traffic detection equipment through Invitation for Bid (IFB) No. 601310000097659. The procurement focuses on acquiring advanced radar-based traffic sensors, including SmartSensor Matrix, SmartSensor Advance Extended Range, mounting equipment, cables, and associated accessories. The solicitation requires vendors to submit electronic responses through the TxDOT Procurement Portal (https://txdot.bonfirehub.com/) by November 10, 2025, at 3:00 PM Central Time. Potential bidders must be registered on the Centralized Master Bidders List (CMBL) and can submit questions about the solicitation until October 27, 2025, with TxDOT's responses to be posted by October 29, 2025. The procurement seeks non-intrusive vehicle detection devices capable of tracking vehicle presence, speed, and movement across multiple lanes, with technical specifications including two-dimensional coverage, detection ranges up to 900 feet, and compatibility with various traffic cabinet interfaces. The tentative contract award date is set for November 21, 2025, with delivery to be made to 2501 Southwest Loop 820, Fort Worth, TX.

The solicitation includes multiple preference categories and compliance requirements that may impact bidder eligibility, such as preferences for Texas-produced goods, USA-produced supplies, and vendors from economically disadvantaged areas or owned by service-disabled veterans. Bidders must complete various certifications, including a Texas Family Code Schedule verifying child support obligations for owners with 25% or more business interest. The procurement allows for potential preferences for businesses owned by persons with disabilities, vendors meeting air quality standards, and those using recycled or environmentally sensitive materials. While no specific contract value is listed, the bid table indicates quantities ranging from 20 to 120 units across eight line items for different sensor and accessory components. Vendors must strictly conform to the technical specifications, and the solicitation notes that it is potentially proprietary to a specific manufacturer. Additional compliance requirements include adherence to anti-trust laws, federal anti-terrorism financing regulations, and non-discrimination policies. Potential bidders are encouraged to ensure their CMBL information is current and that appropriate NIGP class and item codes are selected.