Invitation for Bids (IFB) **** for
traffic control devices. The solicitation is composed of two parts: Part A (special instructions) and Part B (general instructions and contract terms). Part A instructions prevail in case of conflict. Addendum or amendments to either part
control over the original versions. Responses must include required documentation (price sheet, confidential/proprietary information, respondent information, preferences, insurance statement, self-insured retention certification, authorized warranty service provider, attenuator, crash, truck mounted towable, test level III, identification of exceptions and assumptions, conflict of interest disclosure, descriptive literature, signed addenda). Electronic submission is preferred (***@***. *. *). Hard copy submissions are also accepted (Attn: Statewide Procurement, Statewide Contract Development Room 174A, CPA Mailroom, NE Back Dock, **** San Jacinto Blvd, Austin, TX ****). Response due date is August 28, 2025, 1:30 PM Central Time in Austin, TX. The contract term is initially from the effective date set out in a notice of award issued by CPA and automatically expires on November 30, 2026. Renewal options are available. CPA may unilaterally renew the contract. Pricing must be firm, all-inclusive, fixed prices. Price adjustments may be requested after the initial term based on a formula using BLS index values. Tariffs implemented after the response due date may be considered for price adjustments. Insurance requirements are detailed in the solicitation. Buy America requirements apply to steel, iron materials, and products. Specifications for each line item are provided, including referenced manufacturers and models. Non-approved items may require sample submission and testing by TxDOT. Delivery schedule and hours are specified. Customer purchase orders are processed through the Texas Smartbuy online ordering system. Payment terms are typically 30 days. Additional information about Texas Smartbuy is available at www. ***. *. * must be submitted by August 14, 2025. Responses to questions will be posted to the e-procurement system (ESBD). Minor questions may be answered orally or by email.