ESBD_389166_1736377286338_IW207002.pdf

This is an Invitation for Bids (IFB) issued by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Contracts and Procurement Department for HVAC and accessories procurement. The solicitation (IW207002) seeks to purchase 36 units each of: 5-ton Lennox commercial air conditioners (ML14XC1-060-463), Ducane gas furnaces (80G1UH090CE20), Omniguard evaporator coils (EAC4X60C 1.911534), and Pro1 non-programmable thermostats (P701) for the Bartlett State Jail facility. The vendor is only responsible for equipment supply, with TDCJ handling installation. Bid submissions are due January 23, 2025, at 3 PM, with questions due by January 14, 2025, at 10 AM CST. Electronic submissions must be sent to BIDS@TDCJ.TEXAS.GOV with a 10 MB file size limit in Microsoft Office or PDF formats. Faxed bids will not be accepted.

Vendors must provide F.O.B. destination pricing with prepaid freight included. The solicitation includes detailed requirements for detention-grade components and tamper-resistant installations appropriate for correctional facilities. No specific set-asides or disadvantaged business preferences are indicated. While the solicitation specifies certain manufacturers, alternate equipment brands like Ruud and Weather King are acceptable if they meet technical specifications and submittal requirements. Contractors must maintain a Texas Class A Air-Conditioning License and demonstrate 5 years of experience with correctional facility installations. No budget range is provided, but warranty service will be fulfilled through Insco in Georgetown, TX.