ESBD_448092_1755793441036_IW227491.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 20, 2025, with a bid opening date of September 8, 2025 at 3 P.M. The procurement involves two line items: 120,000 cylinders of chlorine with contents meeting specific chemical requirements, and 720,000 cylinders for rental from September 1, 2025 to August 31, 2026. The solicitation timeline includes key dates such as August 22, 2025 for solicitation issuance, August 26, 2025 for written questions, and September 15, 2025 for commencement of services. Electronic submission is preferred, with bids to be sent to bids@tdcj.texas.gov.

The bid includes provisions for pricing, with unit prices to include all delivery and installation expenses. The TDCJ reserves the right to adjust prices periodically to reflect tariff changes, and any adjustments are at the department's sole discretion. The solicitation includes requirements for vendor performance tracking, with state agencies required to report vendor performance through a vendor performance tracking system. The bid also contains specific security and delivery requirements for correctional facilities, including restrictions on staff interactions, contraband, and vehicle contents. Vendors must comply with Texas Hazard Communication Act requirements for material safety data sheets and product labeling. Two point of contact persons are listed for questions: Marie-Ange Jackson and Libby Moore, both located at the TDCJ Contracts and Procurement Department in Huntsville, Texas.