Hex Head Cap Screws and Hex Nuts

The City of Houston is soliciting bids from qualified vendors for the procurement of various sizes and quantities of hex head cap screws and hex nuts, including specific dimensions such as 3/8 inch x 1-1/2 inch, 1/2 inch x 1 inch, 5/8-11 x 3-1/2 inch, and 7/8-9 in 3-1/2 inch and 4 inch lengths, as well as 3/8-16 zinc-plated hexagon nuts. All provided products must be new, unused, and of first quality from well-known manufacturers. Vendors may propose equivalent replacements for obsolete or discontinued items, provided they submit a specification sheet for review and approval prior to the award. The contract will be awarded based on the overall low net bid that meets all specifications, though the City reserves the right to award based on individual items, combinations of items, or the overall best bid. Deliveries must be made FOB Destination, Freight Pre-Paid, to designated City locations, including HPW Central at 2805 McKinney Houston, TX 77003, within 10 calendar days of receiving a purchase order. Deliveries are restricted to business hours, Monday through Friday, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and vendors must ensure their vehicles are capable of offloading units properly. The City allows ten business days for the inspection and acceptance process to verify mechanical integrity and conformity to specifications. Payment is due thirty days after the City approves the invoice or accepts the goods, whichever occurs later. Bidders must certify they are equal opportunity employers, adhere to anti-collusion standards, and comply with Texas Government Code regarding foreign terrorist organizations. Local preference may be granted to designated City or Local Businesses under the Hire Houston First Program.