RFB-2026-1254775 Cut Steel & Various Metals

Dallas College is soliciting bids under RFB-2026-1254775 to establish a price agreement for the as-needed procurement of cut steel and various metals to support instructional programs and minor building repairs. The contract is for an initial one-year term with the possibility of four one-year renewals, for a total potential duration of five years. To be eligible, suppliers must maintain a business location within Dallas County to facilitate expedited delivery and customer pickup. Bids must be submitted electronically via Workday Strategic Sourcing by 2:00 PM CST on September 16, 2026. The agreement focuses on the supply of new, unused materials, including flat mild steel stock, sheets, plates, pipes, angles, and tubing, with additional pricing requested for services such as shearing and bending. Award decisions may be made to multiple companies based on unit pricing, and subsequent individual purchase orders will be issued based on product availability, delivery time, location, and past performance. All pricing must be F.O.B. destination and include all shipping and handling costs. Awarded suppliers are required to enroll in Electronic Funds Transfer for payments and must comply with the Texas Prompt Payment Act. Mandatory insurance requirements include Commercial General Liability of 1 million dollars for bodily injury and 2 million dollars aggregate, Automobile Liability of 1 million dollars, and Worker's Compensation in accordance with Texas state law. Additionally, bidders must warrant compliance with the Texas Risk and Authorization Management Program and demonstrate adherence to WCAG 2.0 accessibility guidelines.