FY26_GID_greenhouse

Texas Juvenile Justice Department is requesting bids on greenhouse renovation services at Giddings State Juvenile Correctional Facility, located at 1027 Private Road 2261, Giddings, Texas, with bids due July 27, 2026 at 2:00 p.m.

The scope includes removal and replacement of the exterior door with a new 48" × 80" steel door; installation of rigid 6MM twinwall polycarbonate covering on roof and walls; complete mechanical systems including a 3' tall × 15' long evaporative cooling system on the west wall, five 36" × 36" inlet shutters with motorizing kits, two 24" exhaust fans, two 18" horizontal airflow fans, one natural gas unit heater, and four thermostats; and installation of exterior shadecloth covering (50% white shade) over the roof and upper sidewalls. Bidders must provide detailed material and parts specifications. Equipment specifications reference Quietaire and Modine brands or equal alternatives. All contractors and personnel must complete an approved background check before entering the secure facility.

Bidders must contact Robbie Toland at 979-716-8275 to schedule a site visit. Site visits are encouraged. Bid questions are directed to Brittany Williams at Brittany.Williams@tjjd.texas.gov. Bids must be submitted electronically via email with the requisition number in the subject line; unsigned bids are subject to disqualification. Unit pricing must be provided with freight quoted as free-on-board destination and freight prepaid. Prices must remain firm for a minimum of 120 days from the bid deadline.

Successful respondents must obtain and maintain workers' compensation and commercial general liability insurance with Texas-licensed carriers rated "A" by A.M. Best, with proof of coverage due within five business days of award. TJJD reserves the right to make award decisions based on best value or any other combination serving the state's interests and may reject any or all bid items. The state incurs no penalty for payment made within 30 days of receipt of goods or services and an uncontested invoice under the Texas Prompt Payment Act. All contractors must comply with federal and state Equal Employment Opportunity, Americans with Disabilities Act, immigration, and state-specific regulatory requirements.