Installation of a Tilt Radio Tower

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) is seeking a vendor to complete a comprehensive radio tower installation project for the Jester, Scott, and Vance Units located in Richmond, TX. The procurement involves a turnkey solution requiring the installation of one 60-foot Rohn 55G Fold Over Tower, one Rohn 45GSR Tower Short Base, one Climate Controlled Cabinet Outdoor Enclosure, one Concrete Cast Foundation Pad, one 6-inch Aluminum Cable Duct, two Eight Foot Ground Rods, and associated cabling and equipment. Bidders must provide a detailed cost breakdown with all project-related expenses included, and the tower must meet current standards including ANSI/TIA/EIA-222-G, OSHA, and various electrical and safety codes. The bid (Solicitation Number IW221042-B) requires electronic submission to bids@tdcj.texas.gov by August 28, 2025, at 3:00 P.M., with a deadline for questions on August 19, 2025, at 3:00 PM (CST). Evaluation criteria will include project completion timeline, references demonstrating previous similar tower installation experience, and comprehensive warranty provisions covering the tower, equipment, and installation for ten years.

No specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises were explicitly mentioned in the documentation. Vendors must provide comprehensive insurance coverage, including $1,000,000 in liability, $500,000 in auto coverage, and statutory worker's compensation. The delivery location is the TDCJ Scott Unit Supply in Richmond, TX, and vendors must comply with strict security procedures, including background checks and tool inventories. While no specific budget range was provided, the unit price must include all expenses related to delivery, installation, and potential demolition of existing equipment. Vendors will be responsible for offloading equipment and must provide the manufacturer's standard warranty. Additional requirements include adherence to TDCJ's security protocols and sexual misconduct directives, with potential case-by-case employee eligibility reviews. The project involves integration with existing TDCJ radio infrastructure, with the TDCJ Radio Shop providing and installing coax cables, antennas, and connectors.