ESBD_383463_1732641461543_IW203585.pdf

This is an Invitation for Bids (IFB) issued by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Contracts and Procurement Department for the procurement of refrigerant. The solicitation (IW203585) specifically requests 80 cylinders of R407C refrigerant in 25lb non-returnable cylinders, to be delivered to the TDCJ Facilities Central WHSE in Huntsville, TX. The bid opening date is set for December 12, 2024 at 3 P.M., with electronic submission being the preferred method. Questions regarding the solicitation are due by December 3, 2024 at 3:00PM (CST), with answers to be posted by December 5, 2024.

The TDCJ requires bidders to quote freight F.O.B. destination, prepaid and allowed, with any additional freight/delivery charges not to exceed a specified amount to be stated by the bidder. Delivery timing may be a factor in the award decision. The solicitation includes requirements for vendor maintenance direct deposit and electronic funds transfer. The contract includes various compliance requirements including provisions related to security procedures for deliveries to correctional facilities, material safety data sheets requirements, and prohibition on the use of artificial intelligence without prior written consent.