Vehicle Mounted Programmable Message Signs for the TxDOT District Office in Pharr, TX

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is soliciting vehicle-mounted programmable message signs for its Pharr District Office under Solicitation Number 601320000070101, with a response deadline of March 24, 2026. This Invitation for Bid (IFB) requires vendors to deliver new, fully compliant signs that meet detailed technical specifications outlined in TxDOT Specification 550-14-70101, including panel design, display capabilities, dimensions, weight, power requirements, and operational temperature ranges, while adhering to federal and Texas safety standards and the Texas Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices. All submissions must be made electronically through the Euna Procurement portal, with technical documentation in PDF format and pricing in Excel, and total file size not exceeding 20 MB. Bidders must certify eligibility under the Texas Family Code regarding child support obligations, provide an Employer Identification Number, sign the Execution of Bid form, and comply with anti-terrorism, anti-trust, and foreign adversary restrictions. The solicitation requires disclosure of any related parties, compliance with cybersecurity training mandates, and affirmation that no conflicts of interest exist, including restrictions on hiring former TxDOT officials or employees involved in the procurement. The award will be based on best value, not lowest price, evaluating factors such as installation and life cycle costs, quality, reliability, delivery terms, vendor performance history, training costs, and impact on agency operations, with price and adherence to specifications being the most critical considerations. Delivery must be F.O.B. destination, with all costs including shipping and handling borne by the vendor. Contract administration is managed by Brooke Zotz and Lee Landes, with payment processed via direct deposit or warrant, and invoices submitted electronically. The contract allows for a maximum 180-day extension at TxDOT’s discretion and includes clauses on termination for convenience, severability, and survival of obligations. Vendors must also comply with Buy Texas requirements, submit a HUB subcontracting plan if the contract exceeds $100,000, pay subcontractors within ten days of receipt of payment, ensure all personnel are E-Verified, and maintain confidentiality and accessibility standards throughout performance. No federal FAR clauses are used; instead, TxDOT’s internal contract terms (8.01–8.11) govern the agreement. All respondents must continuously monitor the procurement portal for addenda, questions, or revisions, as failure to do so will not