24-Inch Reinforcement Cages with Anchor Bolts

The Texas Department of Transportation Traffic Safety Division is soliciting bids under solicitation number 601440000054448 for the purchase and delivery of twenty-four 24-inch reinforced steel cages with anchor bolts. These components are required for concrete foundations that support traffic signal poles. All provided equipment must be new, the latest model in current production, and exhibit high-quality workmanship. Delivery is specified as FOB Destination, with the vendor assuming all shipping costs and risk of loss until the goods reach the designated work locations. TxDOT will award the contract based on best value, with purchase price and compliance with technical specifications serving as the most critical factors. To be considered, respondents must pass an initial screening that includes a documentation review and a vendor performance rating of A, B, or C in the CPA Vendor Performance Tracking System. Additional evaluation criteria include delivery timeframes, warranties, and the risk of non-performance. Responses must be submitted by October 20, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. Central Time, and must include a signed Execution of Response and a Bid Table maintained in its original format. The contract includes comprehensive requirements for quality assurance, with TxDOT reserving the right to inspect and test goods at the vendor's place of business. Upon acceptance, a one-year performance warranty and a minimum 12-month materials warranty commence. Vendors are required to comply with various state and federal regulations, including antitrust laws, child support obligations, and non-discrimination standards. Payments will be made via direct deposit or warrant in accordance with Government Code Chapter 2251 following the submission of electronic invoices.