ESBD_383356_1732628198945_IW198807.pdf

This is an Invitation for Bids (IFB) from the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Contracts and Procurement Department seeking bids for the rental of an HVAC package unit at the Briscoe Unit in Dilley, TX. The rental period is five months, from December 22, 2024, through May 10, 2025, and includes delivery, installation, start-up, commissioning, and removal services. The HVAC unit must provide 12,000 CFM at 5" TSP Outside Air, with cooling capacity between 480,000-798,000 BTU/hr and maintain a fully occupied dorm at 78F and 50% relative humidity. An optional site visit is scheduled for December 5, 2024, at 11:00 AM, with mandatory registration required by December 2, 2024. Bid responses are due December 19, 2024, at 3:00 PM, with electronic submissions preferred via BIDS@TDCJ.TEXAS.GOV, though hard copy submissions are accepted.

The procurement includes a 21.1% HUB (Historically Underutilized Business) subcontracting goal for commodities contracts. Vendors must maintain minimum insurance coverage of $1,000,000 in liability insurance, $500,000 in auto insurance, and statutory workers' compensation. The unit price shall include all expenses related to delivery and installation of equipment. Technical requirements include 460V/3PH/60HZ power supply, dual compressors, NEMA 4 control panel, and comprehensive control system features with temperature monitoring, system status indicators, and alarm functions. A Pro-Face HMI (or equal) with integral PLC is required for system control and monitoring. The solicitation number is IW198807, and all contractors must comply with TDCJ security procedures when working on correctional facilities.