Electrical light poles, light pole setting foam, and perimeter light fixtures.

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Contracts and Procurement Department is seeking bids for electrical infrastructure components for the Clemens Unit in Brazoria, Texas. The procurement specifically requests 3 Class 2 40ft treated light poles, 9 Class 3 40ft treated light poles, 24 units of 6 cu ft light pole setting foam, and 30 perimeter LED light fixtures with 5000K color temperature and 100-277 operating voltage. Bidders must submit specification submittals demonstrating compliance with requirements, and failure to provide these will result in bid disqualification. The bid opening was originally scheduled for February 4, 2025, at 3 P.M., but has been amended to February 6, 2025. Questions were due by January 22, 2025, at 12:00 PM (CST), with answers posted on the Electronic State Business Daily by January 28, 2025. Electronic submissions are preferred via email to BIDS@TDCJ.TEXAS.GOV with a 10 MB attachment limit, though hard copy submissions are also accepted. Vendors must quote freight F.O.B. destination, prepaid and allowed, with any additional freight charges clearly stated.

No specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises are mentioned in the procurement documents. The solicitation does not list any incumbent vendors or current contractors, nor does it provide detailed information about existing infrastructure requiring integration. While a specific budget range is not disclosed, the procurement includes strict security requirements for deliveries to correctional facilities, mandating security escorts, vehicle searches, and contraband restrictions. Vendors must comply with TDCJ's standard terms and conditions, including E-Verify system requirements and direct deposit enrollment for payment processing. The document explicitly prohibits the use of artificial intelligence in contract performance without prior written consent from TDCJ. Pricing must remain firm for 30 days from the bid opening, and delivery is expected within 14 calendar days unless otherwise specified. All work products and materials prepared under the contract will become the exclusive property of the State of Texas.