IW217434-A

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Contracts and Procurement Department has issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB) numbered IW217434 for the procurement of a specific electric double reach truck. The solicitation seeks a vehicle with a basic capacity of 3,300 lbs, equipped with a 36V lithium battery with 560AH charge and a 36V/20A 240V 3 phase charger. The truck must feature a mast with a minimum height of 254" and maximum height of 372", and include standard equipment such as a fully AC electrical system, computer control system, AC drive motor, intelligent monitoring systems display indicators, and on-board self-diagnostics. Specifically referenced manufacturers include Nodelift (part #RT33DP) and Toyota (part #RF1-SD2X32), with the option for TDCJ-approved equal alternatives. The bid opening is scheduled for June 30, 2025, at 3 P.M., with electronic bid submissions preferred via bids@tdcj.texas.gov. Bidders are required to submit one original signed paper copy if not submitting electronically, with a recommended attachment size limit of 10 MB per email.

While no specific set-aside designations or disadvantaged enterprise requirements are explicitly mentioned in the documentation, the bid emphasizes that the unit cost should include all expenses related to equipment delivery. The solicitation does not provide a specific budget range or award value, but appears to be a direct procurement for a specialized material handling vehicle for the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. No incumbent vendors or existing infrastructure integration requirements are specified in the available documentation. The procurement seems focused on acquiring a standardized electric reach truck that meets precise technical specifications, with manufacturer flexibility provided through the option of TDCJ-approved equivalent alternatives. Potential bidders should carefully review the technical requirements and ensure their proposed equipment meets or exceeds the specified performance and technical parameters outlined in the invitation.