ESBD_File_352777_IW177305.pdf

This document is an Invitation for Bids (IFB) issued by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) to establish a purchase order for the procurement of agricultural equipment parts. The IFB requests bids for a variety of agricultural equipment parts, including but not limited to parts for tractors, combines, balers, and other farming equipment. The contract term is for one year with options to renew for up to four additional one-year terms. Bids are due by 2:00 PM Central Time on January 23, 2023, and a public bid opening will be held on the same day. No pre-bid conference is scheduled, and site visits are not required. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.

Pricing for the parts must be submitted on a per-item basis, and the contract will be awarded on an individual line item basis. There are no set-aside requirements for this procurement. The current incumbent is unknown. Funding for the contract will be from the TDCJ's operational budget, and the estimated annual expenditure is $500,000.