IW221028 - High Pressure Air Compressors

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Contracts and Procurement Department is seeking bids for the procurement of high-pressure air compressors and related equipment for the Michael Unit Mechanical Shop in Tennessee Colony, Texas. The specific procurement includes four key pieces of equipment: a single-stage oil-flooded rotary screw compressor (contact cooled), a vertical air receiver, a refrigerated compressed air dryer, and an oil/water separator filtration system. Potential manufacturers include Sullair and Ingersoll Rand. The Invitation for Bids (IFB) with Bid Number TM221028 is scheduled to open on July 28, 2025, at 3 P.M., with electronic submissions preferred to bids@tdcj.texas.gov. Bidders must provide comprehensive documentation, including specification submittals, and meet strict insurance requirements with minimum liability coverage of $1,000,000, auto coverage of $500,000, and statutory workers' compensation. The procurement also involves installation, removal of existing equipment, and start-up services, with potential disqualification for incomplete documentation.

The contract opportunity includes specific HUB (Historically Underutilized Business) subcontracting requirements, with a HUB goal of 21.1% for commodities contracts. Contractors must submit a complete State of Texas HUB Subcontracting Plan and demonstrate good faith efforts in utilizing Texas certified HUB vendors. Strict security procedures will apply for contractor staff working on correctional facilities, including mandatory background checks, tool inventorying, and adherence to specific behavioral guidelines. The state has reserved the right to award contracts based on best value considerations, with pricing to remain firm for 30 days. Bidders must comply with various state certification requirements, including E-Verify system usage and anti-boycott provisions. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the comprehensive equipment and installation requirements suggest a substantial procurement value. Potential vendors must be prepared to meet extensive documentation, compliance, and operational standards set forth by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.