ESBD_459478_1759520594411_IW231363.pdf

This is an Invitation for Bids issued by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Contracts and Procurement Department for the rental of various equipment, including air conditioning units, ducting, cables, and related items. The bid is scheduled to open on October 22, 2025, at 3 P.M., with a contract period from November 30, 2025, to May 28, 2026. The solicitation requests bids for six specific line items: (1) A/C ducting 20" x 25", (2) cable banded 5 wire 50', (3) cable tail #2 MCAM bare end, (4) a 40-ton air conditioner, (5) a pickup fee, and (6) an additional delivery fee. The bid allows for electronic submission preferred, with bids to be sent to bids@tdcj.texas.gov.

The document includes detailed insurance requirements, with minimum liability coverage of $1,000,000 and specific provisions for vendor responsibilities during equipment installation and use. The bid emphasizes strict security protocols for contractors working in correctional facilities, including background checks, tool inventorying, and specific conduct guidelines. Vendors must comply with Texas state regulations, including provisions related to debts, taxes, and eligibility to participate in government contracts. The procurement is specifically for the TDCJ Unit Maintenance location in Edinburg, TX, with clear instructions for bid submission, contact information for inquiries, and multiple points of contact including Brandy Hairell and Lucerito Moreno from the TDCJ Contracts and Procurement department.