ESBD_431148_1750944581589_IW218732.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 a new circuit board, specifically to install and program new controllers for K-building monitoring and security. The bid is scheduled to open on July 10, 2025, at 3 P.M., with the bid number TM218732. The solicitation allows electronic submission preferred via bids@tdcj.texas.gov, with a deadline for questions on July 1, 2025, at 10:00 AM. The specific item being procured is a single unit (stock number 910-36) from the manufacturer AAON, with model number RL09530CB2T233 and serial number 3101-K001MAHN02.

The bid includes several important requirements and conditions, such as mandatory insurance coverage with minimum liability amounts of $1,000,000.00, specific security procedures for correctional facility work, and stringent background check requirements for contractor staff. The vendor must provide coverage protecting TDCJ from service performance actions, comply with state regulations regarding public information, and adhere to detailed security protocols when working on TDCJ premises. Notably, the solicitation includes provisions about staff conduct, contraband restrictions, and tool management, with the department reserving the right to immediately remove individuals who violate established guidelines.