Engine - Deutz

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Contracts and Procurement Department has issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB) for specialized equipment procurement, specifically seeking bids for two key components: a Deutz 4-cylinder engine (Model #L4L1011) and a Ladwell hydraulic pump (Tandem 2.4 CID x 2.4 CID). The solicitation covers the procurement of these items to be delivered to the TDCJ Wynne Unit Mechanical in Huntsville, Texas. Bidders are required to submit their proposals electronically to BIDS@TDCJ.TEXAS.GOV or via hard copy by 3:00 PM on November 19, 2025. The bid timeline includes a critical deadline for bidder questions on Friday, November 7, 2025, at 10:00 AM Central Standard Time, with anticipated amendment responses to be posted on Tuesday, November 12, 2025. Bidders must quote prices F.O.B. destination with freight prepaid, and bid prices must remain firm for thirty days from the bid opening date. Successful bidders are expected to provide the manufacturer's standard warranty and submit warranty information and servicing dealer contact details at the time of delivery.

The solicitation is open to all qualified bidders who can demonstrate compliance with Texas statutes and procurement regulations. Bidders must certify they are not subject to suspension, debarment, or terrorism watch lists. While no specific set-aside designations are mentioned, all delivery staff accessing TDCJ correctional facilities must adhere to stringent security procedures, including submitting to searches, following contraband restrictions, and complying with Personnel Directive PD-29 regarding sexual misconduct with inmates. The TDCJ reserves the right to award the contract based on low line item bids, low total of line items, or any combination that best serves the state's interest, with the potential to extend the resulting contract up to three months. State purchases are exempt from sales tax and federal excise tax. The primary contact for questions is Nuvia Gallegos-Ruiz at 936-437-3887, with a secondary contact, Daniela Castaneda, available at 936-437-3863. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the procurement is for specific equipment items to be used at the Wynne Unit Mechanical facility.