X-Ray Tube for XRF Spectrometer Equipment

The Texas Department of Transportation is seeking an Invitation for Bid under solicitation number 601440000053804 to procure and install an X-Ray tube for a Rigaku Supermini X-Ray Fluorescence Spectrometer used by the Materials and Tests Division. The required component is a Rigaku Supermini 200 WDXRF Spectrometer X-Ray tube, specifically an end-window palladium type with a 200-watt target power rating, a maximum operating voltage of 50 kV, and a maximum operating current of 4.0 mA. All electrical items must comply with OSHA standards and bear appropriate UL, FMRRC, or NEMA listings. The contract will be awarded based on the best value, primarily considering the lowest price and the respondent's technical ability to meet the specified requirements. Responses are due by November 3, 2026, at 9:00 PM. Bidders must provide a signed response, their Employer Identification Number, and a detailed product description including the manufacturer and brand. Delivery must be F.O.B. destination freight prepaid and allowed to a designated TxDOT location, with a default delivery window of 14 calendar days if no specific lead time is provided. Payment will be issued via warrant or direct deposit within 30 calendar days of receiving a correct invoice. The procurement process includes strict compliance requirements regarding eligibility, anti-terrorism certifications, and the prohibition of collusion or gratuities.