ESBD_407148_1743775504625_IW209610 - Pocket Presser.pdf

This is an Invitation for Bids (IFB) issued by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Contracts and Procurement Department for a Tandem Head Pocket Presser, solicitation number 1M209610-A, with a bid opening date of April 18, 2025 at 3 P.M. The solicitation is for two (2) Tandem Head Pocket Pressers to be delivered to the TDCJ Customer Unit Garment Factory in Dayton, TX, with specific technical requirements including a 10-minute die change time, temperature range of 150F to 500F, tandem footprint of 24" x 48", 110 volts, and a production rate of 3100-3700 pieces in 8 hours. The bid requires one set of quick load dies (Model # XM-75) and specifies Henderson Sewing or an agency-approved equal as the manufacturer.

The bid includes standard warranty terms of one year covering parts, labor, travel, and associated charges, with the contractor required to either replace the equipment or refund the full purchase price if repair is not possible. The solicitation emphasizes strict security requirements for delivery to correctional facilities, including staff background checks, search procedures, and prohibitions on introducing contraband. Bidders must comply with Texas state procurement regulations, demonstrate eligibility by not being suspended or debarred, and agree that payments may be applied to eliminate any state debt. Electronic bid submission is preferred via bids@tdcj.texas.gov, with a 10 MB attachment limit, and hard copy submissions are also accepted.