Chlorine and Sulphur Dioxide Services

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice is soliciting bids under IFB 696-FD-27-B053 for chlorine and sulfur dioxide in 150-pound and one-ton quantities, associated tank rental, and transportation to multiple units in multiple locations. The pre-bid conference is November 5, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. CT, questions are due November 10, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. CT, and bids are due November 30, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. CT through the Bonfire portal. Late or emailed bids will not be accepted. Jurisdictions listed are Van Zandt County and Houston City.

Bidders must submit a State of Texas Subcontracting Plan demonstrating good faith efforts to award subcontracts, with monthly progress reports required. Required insurance includes commercial automobile liability at $1 million minimum combined limits, commercial general liability at $1 million per occurrence and $2 million aggregate, workers' compensation at statutory limits, and environmental impairment/pollution liability at $1 million per occurrence and $2 million annual aggregate.

Service commences February 1, 2027, with a six-month base period through August 31, 2027, four one-year renewal options through August 31, 2031, and an additional six-month transition extension at the Department's discretion. Multiple firm fixed-price contracts are anticipated. Pricing must include chemical supply, equipment rental, transportation, and all direct and indirect costs. The contractor may request annual price increases tied to the Bureau of Labor Statistics Producer Price Index for chemicals, effective no earlier than February 1 each year and limited to index changes from October 2026 forward. Other adjustments require detailed justification and Department approval at its sole discretion. The Department provides no minimum purchase guarantee. Monthly invoices are due by the fifth working day after the service month, and payment is made within thirty days of receipt of accurate invoices and supporting documentation.