Dovetail Trailer

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice is requesting bids to establish a purchase order for dovetail trailers, with bids due July 27, 2026.

The solicitation document specifies bidding process requirements, submission deadlines, and evaluation criteria, though the specific quantity, detailed trailer specifications, and contract term are contained within the referenced bid document (2-01. IW258677.pdf). Vendors must submit all communications in writing to the designated TDCJ purchaser with time-stamped receipt by the deadline. Pricing must be quoted F.O.B. destination with freight prepaid and allowed unless otherwise specified, and must remain firm for 30 days from the response due date.

All respondents must obtain and provide a Texas Identification Number (T.I.N.S.) and Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) prior to contract award. Required compliance certifications include antitrust affirmations, debarment and suspension certifications, E-Verify requirements for service contracts, child support obligation attestations, excluded parties status verification, and compliance with state and federal laws. Respondents must also comply with cybersecurity training requirements, data management and security controls, and artificial intelligence system disclosures. Additional Texas-specific requirements include boycott prohibitions and critical infrastructure certifications.

TDCJ reserves the right to award based on low line-item response, low total of line items, or any combination serving the state's best interest, and may extend any awarded contract up to three months at its sole discretion. All purchases for state use are exempt from state sales tax and federal excise tax. Contracts are subject to audit by the State Auditor's Office and may be terminated for non-appropriation of funds or lack of legislative approval.