Aircraft Hydraulic Power Unit (HPU)

The Texas Department of Transportation is soliciting a single Aircraft Hydraulic Power Unit (HPU) under solicitation number 601440000053309, with responses due by June 3, 2026. The solicitation specifies a firm fixed price contract structure and mandates delivery to TxDOT designated locations using F.O.B. destination terms, meaning the vendor assumes all shipping costs, risks, and responsibilities until physical delivery. The contract requires compliance with Texas-specific regulations, including standards for electronic accessibility, cybersecurity training, environmental impact, and nondiscrimination in federally assisted programs, with all goods expected to be new and in first-class condition. Packaging must prevent damage during transit and include clear manufacturer identification, though no military packaging standards are referenced, and damaged items will be rejected or returned at the vendor's expense. Award will be made on a best value basis, evaluating not only price but also nine non-price factors including installation and life cycle costs, quality and reliability, delivery terms, vendor performance history, training expenses, and effects on productivity and administrative resources. Past performance is assessed on a pass/fail system requiring a minimum grade of “C” for eligibility. The vendor must affirm compliance with Texas-specific certifications regarding foreign adversary control, anti-terrorism, export controls, data privacy, and cybersecurity, including mandatory training for personnel accessing TxDOT systems and adherence to confidentiality agreements. Subcontracting is governed by the HUB program, requiring a subcontracting plan for contracts exceeding $100,000, and payment to subcontractors must occur within ten days of the vendor receiving payment. The vendor must also adhere to Buy Texas requirements, refrain from conflicts of interest, avoid prohibited business dealings with sanctioned nations, and obtain prior approval for any public statements regarding the contract. All submissions must be emailed as unencrypted PDFs and Excel files, with total attachment size limited to 20 MB, and proposals must include an Employer Identification Number, though no UEI, CAGE code, or socioeconomic status certifications are required. Inspections may occur at the vendor’s facility or point of delivery, with final acceptance solely determined by TxDOT based on compliance with contract terms.