GID Plasma Cutter

The Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD) is conducting an Invitation for Bids (IFB) for the procurement of a plasma cutting table for the Giddings State Juvenile Correctional Facility. The solicitation seeks a high-precision plasma cutting table in one of three size configurations: 4'x4', 4'x8', or 5'x10', manufactured by Air Gas/RADNOR with FlashCut CNC software. Specific requirements include a rapid traverse speed of 1,000 IPM, water-based cooling capacity ranging from 65 to 220 gallons, and mandatory inclusion of a FlashCut Version 10 software package, IHS Lead Proximity Bolt-On sensor kit, Eliminizer filter, and Pico Quench Guard coolant. The bid is set to be opened on December 9, 2025, at 8:00 AM, with electronic submissions required to deidre.hernandez@tjjd.texas.gov. Delivery will be made to the Giddings State Juvenile Correctional Facility at 1027 Private Road 2261, Giddings, Texas 78942, with a default delivery timeframe of 14 calendar days. Respondents must be authorized agents with binding authority, and bids must be time-stamped by the opening date and time. The TJJD reserves the right to award based on best value or any combination serving the state's interests.

Texas bidders may claim preferences under 34 TAC Rule 20.306, including categories for Texas-produced goods, service-disabled veteran ownership, or environmentally sensitive materials. Respondents must provide a Texas Identification Number or Federal Employer Identification Number for payment processing. All electrical items must comply with OSHA standards and carry appropriate listings from UL, FMRC, or NEMA. The successful vendor must demonstrate on-site compliance with federal tax requirements and maintain insurance coverage with an "A" rating from A.M. Best Co., providing proof of insurance within five business days of award. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, pricing should be quoted on a per-unit basis, with prices remaining firm for 120 days from the bid submission deadline. The contract includes requirements for local support, installation, and training services. Although a specific award value is not disclosed, the procurement is for a specialized piece of industrial equipment with multiple configuration options, suggesting a potentially significant investment for the state juvenile justice facility.