ESBD_397682_1740083899461_IW210854.pdf

This is an Invitation for Bids (IFB) from the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Contracts and Procurement Department for the procurement of metal parts. The specific item requested is 400 sheets of carbon steel, cold roll, 10 gauge, 5' x 10' that conforms to ASTM A1008 specifications. The bid opening date is March 10, 2025 at 3 P.M., with bids due by that time. The deadline for questions is February 27, 2025 at 12:00 PM (CST). Electronic submission is preferred via BIDS@TDCJ.TEXAS.GOV, though hard copy submissions are accepted. Delivery is to be made to the TDCJ Coffield Unit Metal Fabrication facility in Tennessee Colony, TX.

This is an all-or-nothing award with F.O.B. destination, freight prepaid and allowed pricing required. Freight charges must be included in the unit cost and not shown separately. Bidders must quote delivery timeframes as this may be a factor in the award decision. The procurement includes specific security requirements for deliveries to correctional facilities, including mandatory security escorts, vehicle searches, and restrictions on contraband items. No bid bond or performance bond requirements are mentioned in the document. The solicitation includes provisions requiring bidders to certify they are not on federal terrorism watch lists or subject to suspension/debarment.