ESBD_437398_1752878117529_IW223390.pdf

This is an Invitation for Bids (IFB) issued by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Contracts and Procurement Department for a blanket purchase order agreement for commercial cold storage rental space. The solicitation (Bid No. IW223390) is scheduled to open on August 07, 2025, at 3 P.M., with a contract term from September 1, 2025, through August 31, 2026, and an option to renew for one additional one-year period. The contract is for freezer storage to maintain temperatures at zero (0) or below, with an estimated capacity requirement between 6 and 12 million pounds of various food items including poultry, beef, pork, cheese, butter, eggs, and other food products.

The bid requires commercial cold storage rental space for the TDCJ Food Service Department, with specific requirements including USDA standards compliance, recording thermometers for inspections, and delivery/pickup services using TDCJ trucks. Billing will occur monthly, with prices subject to adjustment based on the Producer Price Index (PPI). The contractor must provide handling services, including blast freezing, after-hours callout, and document charges for truck unloading. The solicitation emphasizes electronic bid submission to bids@tdcj.texas.gov, with a 10 MB attachment limit, and requires bidders to provide a point of contact and comply with state procurement regulations, including provisions related to delinquent taxes, child support, and public information disclosure.