ESBD_403572_1742410148881_IW212676.pdf

This is an Invitation for Bids (IFB) issued by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Contracts and Procurement Department for the rental of a 1 million BTU boiler and water softener. The solicitation was issued on March 19, 2025, with a bid opening date of April 4, 2025 at 3 P.M. The contract is for a 4-month rental period from April 28, 2025 to August 31, 2025, with the equipment to be delivered to the TDCJ Unit Maintenance facility at 904 FM 686 in Dayton, TX 77535. Electronic bid submission is preferred, with bids to be sent to bids@tdcj.texas.gov, and hard copy submissions also accepted.

The bid includes specific requirements for vendor responsibilities, including communication for installation and pick-up of equipment, with installation to be completed within four hours or less. Insurance requirements mandate a minimum liability coverage of $1,000,000, with additional specifications for auto and worker's compensation coverage. The solicitation includes various compliance stipulations, such as background check requirements for vendor employees, security procedures for working in correctional facilities, and specific rules about contractor staff conduct. Interested bidders must complete a detailed bid form, provide unit pricing, and adhere to specific submission guidelines outlined in the document.