Wrong Way Detection System(s)

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is soliciting proposals for a Wrong Way Detection System(s) through a competitive procurement process scheduled to conclude on April 3, 2025. This solicitation, identified by Reference #601440000047339, seeks advanced technological solutions to detect and potentially prevent wrong-way driving incidents on Texas roadways. Vendors must register through the TxDOT Procurement Portal on Bonfire to participate in the bidding process, with procurement contact Jodi Swonke available for questions at jodi.swonke@txdot.gov or 903-805-0921. The procurement will utilize the National Institute of Governmental Purchasing (NIGP) code for standardizing vendor selection and evaluation. Potential vendors are required to maintain current information on the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts' Centralized Master Bidders List (CMBL) to be eligible for consideration. The solicitation emphasizes comprehensive system capabilities for detecting and alerting wrong-way vehicle movements, with potential integration requirements for existing transportation infrastructure.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the available documentation, TxDOT typically encourages participation from diverse vendors, potentially including disadvantaged business enterprises. The procurement appears to be open to technology providers specializing in transportation safety systems, with a focus on innovative wrong-way detection technologies. No specific incumbent vendors or existing contract holders are mentioned in the provided materials. The Early Payment Program offered by TxDOT may provide additional financial incentives for selected vendors, including prioritized invoice processing and potential cash advancement opportunities. Although precise budget ranges are not specified, the complexity of the wrong-way detection system suggests a significant investment in advanced transportation safety technology. Vendors should be prepared to demonstrate sophisticated technical capabilities, integration potential, and comprehensive solution approaches that can effectively address wrong-way driving challenges across Texas's transportation network.