1-02. TDCJ Standard Terms Conditions.pdf

This document contains standard terms and conditions for contracts with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ). The TDCJ is requesting bids to establish a purchase order for flashlights, with proposals due August 6, 2026. The solicitation documents include a Summary of Work, pricing sheet, and required contractor certifications. Bidders must complete a General Proposal Questionnaire as part of the pre-qualification process, with specific technical specifications, item quantities, and detailed delivery requirements contained in Attachment A and the pricing attachment. All bidders must submit a Conflict of Interest Questionnaire (CIQ Form) under Texas Local Government Code Chapter 176 by the seventh business day after beginning negotiations or submitting a bid response.

Mandatory submissions include felony conviction disclosure under Texas Senate Bill No. 1, Section 44.034, and required contractor certifications per AISDP 0009. A Resident Bidder Certification is required; Texas resident bidders may receive preference consideration, while nonresident bidders must disclose their state of residence and report any reciprocal bidding requirements imposed by their home state. Vendors must indicate willingness to extend contract pricing and terms to Central Texas Purchasing Alliance (CTPA) member districts through an interlocal agreement. If vendor personnel will perform work on school district property, background checks through the Texas Fingerprint-based Applicant Clearinghouse of Texas (FACT) system and criminal history certification under Texas Education Code Chapter 22 are required before work commences. Additionally, Edgar Certifications addressing federal compliance under 2 CFR Part 200 are required if the contract is funded with federal funds or grants.