ESBD_403919_1742585441303_IW213774.pdf

This is an Invitation for Bids (IFB) issued by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Contracts and Procurement Department for the procurement of tile flooring and accessories. The solicitation (Bid Number IW213774) is scheduled to open on April 7, 2025, at 3 P.M., with bids being accepted electronically preferred via email to bids@tdcj.texas.gov. The procurement involves multiple line items, including 100,000 CTN of Tarkett Applause III carpet tile in Mosaic color, 5,000 COM of primer pressure sensitive adhesive, 1,000 LFT of 4" rubber/vinyl cove base in black, and 1 box of cove base adhesive. All items are to be delivered to the TDCJ Facilities Central WHSE located at 861 IH 45 North, Dock A in Huntsville, TX.

The solicitation allows for electronic bid submissions with specific requirements, including a 10 MB attachment limit per email and mandatory Microsoft Office or PDF document formats. The bid includes provisions for Texas state bidder preferences, with an emphasis on products produced or offered by Texas bidders. Pricing details are to be completed by the bidder, with freight to be F.O.B. destination and prepaid. The procurement includes standard state contract terms regarding payment, which will be made thirty calendar days after invoice receipt, and contains provisions for vendor compliance with state regulations, including anti-boycott and non-discrimination clauses. Notably, the solicitation requires vendors to comply with E-Verify system requirements and provides detailed security protocols for deliveries to correctional facilities.