ESBD_438555_1753279511992_IW224881.pdf

This is an Invitation for Bids (IFB) issued by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Contracts and Procurement Department for Privacy Slats Fencing Material. The solicitation (Bid Number 1M224881) is scheduled for bid opening on August 01, 2025, at 3 P.M. The procurement is for 192,000 packages of fencing privacy slats with locking tabs, specifically 2" diamond chain links in black, high-density polyethylene (HDPE) or PVC, measuring 7 ft. x 1", with 82 slats per package. The manufacturer is Tube Slats, with the model specified as Viper Channel. Bids can be submitted electronically to bids@tdcj.texas.gov or via hard copy to the TDCJ Contracts and Procurement Department in Huntsville, TX.

The bid includes provisions for Texas state bidder preferences, vendor performance requirements, and specific delivery instructions. Bidders must comply with state regulations, including provisions related to delinquent taxes, child support, and public information disclosure. The delivery destination is the TDCJ Pomeloge Unit Metal Fabrication in Palestine, TX. Strict security protocols are outlined for deliveries to correctional facilities, including restrictions on contractor staff interactions and prohibited items. The solicitation emphasizes compliance with TDCJ security procedures, including search and inspection requirements for delivery vehicles and staff, with potential immediate removal for violations.