10 Gig Xtran Modules

Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) is soliciting bids under solicitation number 2093213 for the purchase of proprietary Belden brand 10 Gigabit XTran transport cards and SFP modules for use in its existing Communications Control System. This is a brand-specific procurement where no alternate brands are permitted. The contract is structured as an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) agreement with a one-year term, featuring estimated quantity thresholds with a minimum of 50 percent and a maximum of 120 percent. All items must be delivered F.O.B. destination to DART's premises in Dallas, Texas, with a requirement for seven calendar days' advance delivery notification. The selected contractor must adhere to strict administrative and compliance standards, including mandatory participation in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s E-Verify system for all employees and subcontractors. Insurance requirements include Commercial Auto Liability and General Liability of at least 1 million dollars per occurrence, with DART named as an additional insured and coverage maintained for three years post-completion. Invoices must be submitted electronically to the DART Accounts Payable email and must include the contract number and evidence of acceptance. Proposals are due by May 4, 2026, and must be submitted via the DART Supplier Portal.