Fire Extinguishers- Huntsville Unit Mechanical Dept.

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) has issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB IW204601) for the procurement of 500 fire extinguishers for the Huntsville Unit Mechanical Department. The required fire extinguishers must meet specific technical specifications, including a UL Rating of 1A:10B:C, 2.5 LB ABC dry chemical type with an aluminum valve and vehicle multipurpose bracket. Manufacturers specified include Pye Barker (part #43873) and Ansul (#429101), with alternatives permitted if they meet technical requirements. Bidders must submit specification sheets with their proposals and ensure the fire extinguishers are properly tagged and inspected according to State of Texas requirements. The original bid opening date of December 23, 2024, at 3:00 PM was extended to January 9, 2025, through Amendment No. 1. Questions were accepted until December 11, 2024, at 10:00 AM CST, with amendments posted by December 16, 2024. Bids can be submitted electronically to BIDS@TDCJ.TEXAS.GOV or via hard copy to the TDCJ office in Huntsville, with F.O.B. destination pricing and prepaid and allowed freight terms.

No specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations were explicitly mentioned in the procurement documents. The delivery will be made to the TDCJ Huntsville Unit Mechanical Department at 817 14th Street, Huntsville, TX 77340, with strict security protocols in place. Delivery staff must adhere to specific dress codes, carry no more than $25.00 in cash, and follow mandatory security escort procedures. No specific budget allocation or precise award value was disclosed in the available documentation. Vendors must acknowledge receipt of all amendments to be considered for award, and electronic submissions are limited to 10 MB per email. The procurement requires vendors to comply with extensive security measures, including locked delivery vehicles and direct possession of keys. While no incumbent vendors were identified, the solicitation emphasizes the need for high-quality, compliant fire extinguishers for automotive use within the correctional facility environment.