ESBD_391560_1737131959341_IW206209.pdf

This is an Invitation for Bids (IFB) issued by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Contracts and Procurement Department for police gun holsters. The TDCJ is seeking to procure 1,868 right-hand and 492 left-hand Safariland holster revolver retention models designed for Smith and Wesson 64 & 65 Level II Mid-Ride firearms, with specifications including tension screws, sentry locking devices, 2-2 1/4" belt loop holders, and self-locking systems. Bids are due by 3:00 PM on February 7, 2025, with questions due by January 24, 2025, at 10:00 AM CST. Electronic submissions are preferred via BIDS@TDCJ.TEXAS.GOV, though hard copy submissions are accepted. Delivery is required to the TDCJ-ID Security Operations Warehouse in Huntsville, Texas.

The procurement includes F.O.B. destination prepaid pricing requirements and mandates compliance with HUB (Historically Underutilized Business) subcontracting requirements. Bidders must complete and submit a HUB Subcontracting Plan demonstrating good faith efforts to meet the state's 21.1% HUB participation goal for commodities contracts, as established by the 2009 State of Texas Disparity Study. Failure to submit a complete HSP will result in bid disqualification. Special security procedures must be followed for deliveries to TDCJ facilities, including requirements for security escorts and restrictions on delivery personnel interaction with inmates.