Skid-Fricton Testing Tires

TxDOT is issuing this Invitation for Bid ("Solicitation") to establish a contract for the purchase of the goods ("Goods") and/or services ("Services") described in the Statement of Work (SOW). TxDOT invites any qualified party to submit a Response.

Skid-Fricton Testing Tires, NIGP Class-Item: 863-05.

TIRES, PAVEMENT TEST, PASSENGER CAR. G78-15, 2 PLY, BELTED, BLACKWALL, TUBELESS, SMOOTH TREAD, FOR SKID RESISTANCE TESTING.

The provision of Goods and Services in accordance with the SOW and performance of all other obligations of Vendor described in the Solicitation, including without limitation in the Form of Contract and the Contract Terms and Conditions, is collectively referred to as the "Work."

Unless otherwise specified, offered Goods must be new, the latest model in current production, and in first-class condition, including shipping and storage containers.

**Submission method:** Respondent must submit one signed and dated Response through the Procurement Website on or before the Response Deadline. Any Response sent to TxDOT personnel via email - whether directly, courtesy copy (cc), or blind copy (bcc) - will be invalid and will not be considered.

Required documentation:

• Section 1 – Execution of Response
• Section 2 – Preferences Schedule
• Section 3 – Bid Table
• Section 4 – Child Support Obligation Schedule
• Section 5 – Compliance With Specification
• Section 6 – Addenda

TxDOT will determine best value for the state as directed by Texas Government Code §2155.074. TxDOT will consider compliance with specifications, purchase price, and risk of vendor non-performance. Delivery timeframes and warranties may be reviewed as a best value factor.

Multiple contracts may be awarded from this Solicitation in accordance with Government Code §2156.

**Warranty:** 12 months or 1,200 hours of operation; 100% parts and labor.