ESBD_389148_1736348466973_IW206761.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 a heating element. The solicitation (IW206761) specifically requests bids for 2 units of a replacement heating element (Stock #820-68) consisting of a 10" x 5' double wall copper tube with rib and ring gasket set included, Model #: RV489-SE-10-32, Serial #: S-14191.20-TK2, manufactured by PECO (Part #: QDMU-105-25). The bid opening date is set for January 23, 2025 at 3 P.M., with questions due by January 14, 2025 at 3:00 PM (CST). Answers will be posted to the Electronic State Business Daily (ESBD) by January 16, 2025.

The items are to be delivered to TDCJ Clements Unit Maintenance in Amarillo, TX. Electronic submission is preferred via BIDS@TDCJ.TEXAS.GOV with a 10 MB attachment limit per email. Hard copy submissions are accepted as an alternative. Freight must be quoted F.O.B. destination, prepaid and allowed, with any additional freight charges to be stated separately not to exceed a specified amount. The solicitation includes specific security requirements for deliveries to correctional facilities, including mandatory security escorts, vehicle inspections, and restrictions on contraband items.