ESBD_424192_1748642543932_IW220524.pdf

This document is an Invitation for Bids (IFB) issued by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Contracts and Procurement Department for the procurement of full coverage shell riot helmets. The solicitation (Bid Number 1W220524) is scheduled for bid opening on June 17, 2025, at 3 P.M. The procurement is for 64,000 riot/correctional helmets with specific technical requirements, including a full coverage shell in solid dull/matte black with stabilizing pads and a specific size configuration. The helmets are to be delivered to the TDCJ Security Operations Warehouse in Huntsville, Texas, with the manufacturer identified as Super Seer (Model #S161116-600-LARGE).

The bid allows for electronic submission preferred via email to bids@tdcj.texas.gov, with a 10 MB attachment limit and specific formatting requirements. Bidders must comply with Texas state requirements, including providing a Texas Identification Number and meeting various state and federal compliance standards. The solicitation includes provisions for vendor eligibility, payment terms, and specific security requirements for delivery to correctional facilities. The bid emphasizes compliance with state regulations, including provisions related to debarment, terrorism restrictions, and potential contract termination conditions. Notably, the document includes clauses about potential fund availability and requires vendors to meet specific state accessibility and technological standards.