ESBD_403355_1742332448242_IW203931.pdf

This document is an Invitation for Bids (IFB) issued by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Contracts and Procurement Department, located in Huntsville, TX. The solicitation is for the procurement of a 20-ton HVAC package unit, including installation, with a bid opening date of April 14, 2025 at 3 P.M. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for March 27, 2025 at 10:00 AM at the TDCJ GIST Unit Maintenance location in Beaumont, TX. Bidders are required to submit electronic responses preferred via email, with a deadline for questions on April 3, 2025 at 12:00 PM CST.

The bid requires compliance with various state regulations, including HUB (Historically Underutilized Business) subcontracting requirements and specific security procedures for deliveries to correctional facilities. Insurance requirements include a minimum liability coverage of $1,000,000, and bidders must provide a manufacturer's standard warranty. The procurement is funded under the Texas Government Code and involves specific requirements for contractor staff, including background checks, appropriate attire, and adherence to facility security protocols. The current commodity code for this project is 936-10, and bidders must ensure compliance with various state statutes regarding vendor performance, public information, and contract requirements.