Strain Poles for the TxDOT Fort Worth District.

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) Fort Worth District is soliciting bids under solicitation number 601310000094181 for the procurement of strain poles. The contract requires the fabrication and supply of steel traffic signal pole assemblies in strict accordance with TxDOT Item 686 and the DMS-7380 Steel Non-Bridge Member Fabrication Plant Qualification Specification. To be eligible, fabrication must be performed by a TxDOT-approved plant that has met all quality control, welding, and nondestructive testing certifications. Inspections to verify compliance may be conducted by the department at either the fabrication plant or the final project site. The solicitation opened on June 5, 2025, with a response deadline of June 26, 2025. Bidders must submit their responses electronically via the designated website, as late submissions will not be accepted. The award will be granted to the best value vendor based on the lowest price and the ability to meet all technical requirements. Respondents are required to provide several certifications, including compliance with anti-trust laws, conflict of interest prohibitions, and the Texas Family Code regarding child support obligations. Additionally, vendors have the option to enroll in the Early Payment Program through Oxygen Finance Americas, Inc. for accelerated payment processing.