ESBD_453928_1757975486868_IW228539.pdf

This is an Invitation for Bids (IFB) issued by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Contracts and Procurement Department for Jewish Chaplain Services across multiple correctional units. The solicitation seeks contract chaplain services for four different TDCJ units: Stringfellow Unit (four services per month), Jester III Unit (one service per month), Stiles Unit (one service per month), and Wynne Unit (one service per month). The bid opening is scheduled for September 29, 2025, at 3 P.M., with a bid number of IW28539. The service period is anticipated to begin August 31, 2026, and the solicitation encourages electronic bid submissions to bids@tdcj.texas.gov, with a deadline for questions set for September 17, 2025, at 3:30 P.M.

The bid documents specify detailed requirements for contractor staff, including background checks, security protocols, and compliance with TDCJ regulations. Bidders must submit documentation demonstrating compliance with state and federal regulations, including e-verification systems and provisions related to employment eligibility. The solicitation includes specific instructions about submission format, with a preference for electronic submissions and a limit of 10 MB of attachments per email. While unit prices are not specified in the document, the bid allows for potential adjustments and requires bidders to provide comprehensive details about their proposed services, with an emphasis on maintaining security and professional standards within correctional facility environments.