Weather Station System and Installation

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is seeking proposals for a Weather Station System and Installation project, solicited under Bonfire Solicitation Number 601440000046485. This procurement opportunity is designed to acquire a comprehensive weather monitoring system, with specific requirements for installation and technical integration. Vendors must register through the Bonfire website to participate, with technical support available through their vendor support portal. The solicitation utilizes the National Institute of Governmental Purchasing (NIGP) code for standardized vendor selection and will be processed through the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts' Centralized Master Bidders List (CMBL). Key submission details include a posting date of March 12, 2025, with proposals due by April 2, 2025. The procurement contact is Tashauna Butler, reachable at tashauna.jonesbutler@txdot.gov or 817.475.0691, who will manage the solicitation process and vendor communications.

Potential respondents should note that new suppliers must apply to the CMBL to be eligible for bidding opportunities with TxDOT. The department offers an Early Payment Program that provides enhanced invoice processing and payment benefits, including prioritized processing and potential cash advancement for qualifying vendors. While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the provided documentation, vendors are encouraged to review the complete solicitation materials for any potential enterprise or disadvantaged business enterprise (DBE) requirements. The procurement appears to be open to qualified vendors capable of meeting the technical specifications for the weather station system and installation. Although a specific budget range is not mentioned in the available documents, interested vendors should prepare comprehensive proposals that demonstrate technical capability, system integration potential, and competitive pricing for the weather monitoring solution.