ESBD_457467_1758894495116_IW230616.pdf

This document is an Invitation for Bids (IFB) issued by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Contracts and Procurement Department for the procurement of refrigerant. The solicitation (Bid Number TW230616) is scheduled for bid opening on October 10, 2025, at 3 P.M. The specific product requested is Refrigerant R410A, 25LB non-returnable cylinders, with a quantity of 80,000 cylinders to be delivered to the TDCJ Facilities Central Warehouse located in Huntsville, Texas. The bid allows for electronic submission preferred via email to bids@tdcj.texas.gov, with a recommended limit of 10 MB of attachments per email.

The solicitation includes standard state procurement requirements such as compliance with Texas statutes, vendor eligibility certifications, and various legal stipulations. Vendors must submit bids with detailed specifications, including manufacturer information (listed as "Industry Standard") and adherence to state regulations regarding suspension, debarment, and terrorism watch lists. The bid includes provisions for payment application towards eliminating any vendor debts, including delinquent taxes and child support. Bidders are required to comply with multiple state codes and provide necessary documentation, with the understanding that the contract may be terminated if certain legal or performance conditions are not met. Delivery is expected to be made to the TDCJ Facilities Central Warehouse, with specific security and procedural guidelines for vendor interactions at correctional facilities.