ESBD_446825_1755292193754_IW227275.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, including cylinder rental. The solicitation was issued on August 15, 2025, with a bid opening date of August 29, 2025 at 3 P.M. The contract involves two line items: 100,000 cylinders of chlorine with contents (Stock Number 885-38-301503) and 240,000 cylinders for rental (Stock Number 885-38) for the period of September 1, 2025 through August 31, 2025. Bids are to be submitted electronically to bids@tdcj.texas.gov, with a preferred electronic submission format and a recommended limit of 10 MB per email attachment.

The pricing for this contract is to remain firm through September 30, 2025, with unit prices to include all expenses related to delivery and installation. The bid will be awarded to the lowest, most responsive, and responsible bidder, with provisions for potential price adjustments based on tariff changes. Bidders are encouraged to offer discounts for expedited invoice payments, and the contract includes specific requirements regarding vendor performance, state agency reporting, and compliance with Texas Government Code provisions. The chlorine cylinders must meet specific technical specifications, including a minimum 99.5% chlorine weight, with detailed purity and moisture requirements, and will be delivered to the TDCJ Chase Field Unit Maintenance facility in Beeville, Texas.