ESBD_405405_1743024950125_IW214271.pdf

This is an Invitation for Bids (IFB) issued by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Contracts and Procurement Department for water filtration equipment and accessories. The bid is scheduled to open on April 11, 2025 at 3 P.M., with an issue date of March 26, 2025. The solicitation includes seven line items of various equipment, including skimming nets, pool style connectors, dipper cups, and bio-block products, with quantities ranging from 5 to 60 units. All items are to be delivered to the TDCJ Estelle Unit Maintenance facility in Huntsville, Texas.

The bid allows for electronic submission preferred via bids@tdcj.texas.gov, with a 10 MB attachment limit per email. Bidders must submit documents in Microsoft Office formats or PDF, and are required to comply with Texas Government Code provisions regarding vendor performance tracking. The solicitation includes specific requirements for bidder eligibility, such as compliance with state statutes and terrorism watch list restrictions. Bidders must also agree that any payments due under the contract can be applied towards eliminating any debt owed to the state, including delinquent taxes and child support.