IW217122 - Electric Retro Right Hand Locks

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Contracts and Procurement Department is seeking bids for 15,000 electric retro right hand locks, to be delivered to the Alan B. Polunsky Unit Maintenance in Livingston, TX. This Invitation for Bids (IFB) with Bid Number TM217122 is specifically targeting locks manufactured by Corrections Products Company. The bid opening is scheduled for May 9, 2025, at 3 P.M., with a deadline for questions set for April 30, 2025, at 10:00 AM (CST). Bidders are encouraged to submit electronically to BIDS@TDCJ.TEXAS.GOV, with a recommended 10 MB attachment limit, though hard copy submissions are also accepted. Vendor eligibility requires certification that the bidder and its principals are not suspended, debarred, or ineligible due to federal, state, or local governmental actions. The procurement involves strict security protocols for deliveries to correctional facilities, including staff screening and search procedures. Pricing is to be completed by the bidder, with freight expected to be F.O.B. destination and prepaid.

The contract appears to have no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises. Vendors must comply with Texas Government Code provisions, public information act requirements, and specific security directives related to correctional facility deliveries. Specific vendor requirements include E-Verify compliance, fraud prevention, conflict of interest disclosures, and adherence to intellectual property rights regulations. The procurement includes provisions for payment within thirty calendar days after invoice receipt, with preferences for direct deposit and Texas-produced products. While a specific contract value is not explicitly stated, the procurement involves 15,000 lock units, suggesting a potentially significant financial opportunity. Vendors must also disclose interested parties and comply with ethical standards for public purchasing. The contract is subject to fund availability contingent on legislative appropriations, which may impact the final award and implementation.