Ammonia Compressor

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Contracts and Procurement Department is soliciting bids for a specialized Frick Ammonia Compressor, specifically model RDB 222 with stock number 740-05 and serial number S0112PFMFLMAC3. This procurement is structured as an Invitation for Bids (IFB) with solicitation number TM217776, targeting the replacement of an existing industrial compressor. The bid requires electronic submission via bids@tdcj.texas.gov, with one original signed paper copy also mandatory. Key deliverables include the compressor itself, accompanied by manufacturer's standard warranty documentation, Material Safety Data Sheets, and comprehensive specification submittals. The bid opening is scheduled for May 28, 2025, at 3 P.M., with specific requirements for F.O.B. destination pricing and freight prepaid conditions. Bidders must demonstrate compliance with Texas state regulations, including provisions related to suspension, debarment, and terrorism checks, and must provide detailed information about freight/delivery charges and warranty service contact details.

The solicitation does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or preferences for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must adhere to Texas resident bidder provisions and provide comprehensive documentation demonstrating compliance with electronic and information resources accessibility standards. While no specific budget range is detailed in the available documentation, the procurement appears focused on a precise, specialized equipment replacement for a correctional facility infrastructure. Potential vendors must meet stringent security procedures for delivery to correctional facilities and demonstrate technical capability to provide the exact compressor specifications. The procurement process emphasizes strict adherence to state procurement guidelines, with an implicit expectation that vendors possess technical expertise in industrial refrigeration and compressor systems specific to correctional facility requirements.