Cargo Gooseneck Trailer

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Contracts and Procurement Department is seeking bids for a specific cargo gooseneck trailer through Invitation for Bids (IFB) Number IW209676A. The procurement involves acquiring a single trailer with precise specifications, including a 24' long by 8'6" wide trailer with a 32' total length, white skin color, two 5200 lbs axles, four 225 x 15" tires, aluminum plank flooring, extra height, dual drop leg jacks, and two spare tires. The trailer will be delivered to the TDCJ Ellis Unit Bus Repair in Huntsville, Texas, with a standard warranty of one (1) year or the manufacturer's standard warranty, covering parts, labor, travel, shipping, and associated replacement costs. The bid is scheduled to open on June 04, 2025 at 11 A.M., with electronic email submission preferred (10 MB attachment limit) or hard copy delivery acceptable. Bidders must comply with TDCJ security procedures, including potential vehicle searches and interactions with facility personnel, and must certify compliance with suspension, debarment, and terrorism watch list requirements.

While no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on vendor types are explicitly mentioned in the documentation, bidders must adhere to strict compliance requirements, including E-Verify system verification and various state statutory provisions. The procurement documents indicate that contract payments may be applied to any outstanding state debts, and vendors must maintain independent contractor status. No incumbent vendors or specific integration requirements are detailed in the provided documents. Although a specific award value is not specified, the solicitation is for a single trailer procurement. Bidders must submit all documents in Microsoft Office or PDF formats and acknowledge that TDCJ reserves rights regarding contract evaluation, award determination, and potential contract termination. The standard terms and conditions document emphasizes vendor responsibilities related to business practices, compliance with state laws, and potential audit rights.