ESBD_446819_1755291023913_IW227267.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 liquid chlorine cylinders. The solicitation was issued on August 15, 2025, with a bid opening date of August 29, 2025 at 3 P.M. The contract seeks two line items: first, a quantity of 110,000 cylinders of chlorine with specific chemical composition requirements, and second, 400,000 cylinders of 150 lbs. chlorine for rental from September 1, 2025, to August 31, 2026. The delivery location is the TDCJ Pack Unit Maintenance at 2400 Wallace Pack Road in Navasota, TX. Electronic bid submission is preferred, with bids to be sent to bids@tdcj.texas.gov, and the solicitation commencement of services is set for September 1, 2025.

The bid includes detailed specifications for the chlorine, such as minimum and maximum percentages for various chemical components, with the manufacturer listed as PVS DX, Inc. Pricing is to remain firm through September 30, 2025, with provisions for potential periodic tariff adjustments. The contract includes comprehensive security requirements for deliveries to correctional facilities, mandating staff adherence to specific guidelines such as no contraband, vehicle security, and interaction restrictions with inmates. The solicitation emphasizes compliance with Texas Government Code and public information act requirements, and bidders must meet various state and federal eligibility criteria, including reporting performance through the Vendor Performance Tracking System (VPTS) for purchases over $25,000.