Metal Parts

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Contracts and Procurement Department is seeking bids for a metal parts procurement through an Invitation for Bids (IFB) solicitation. The specific procurement involves 400 sheets of carbon steel, cold roll, 10 gauge, measuring 5' x 10', which must conform to ASTM A1008 specifications. The procurement is focused on supplying metal materials to the TDCJ Coffield Unit Metal Fabrication facility located in Tennessee Colony, TX. Bid submissions are due by March 10, 2025, at 3 P.M., with an earlier deadline of February 27, 2025, at 12:00 PM (CST) for submitting questions. Electronic bid submissions are preferred via BIDS@TDCJ.TEXAS.GOV, though hard copy submissions are also accepted. The contract will be an all-or-nothing award with F.O.B. destination and freight prepaid and allowed pricing. Bidders must quote delivery timeframes, as this may be a factor in the award decision, and must include freight charges within the unit cost.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must meet certain security requirements for deliveries to correctional facilities, including mandatory security escorts, vehicle searches, and strict prohibitions on contraband items. Vendors must certify they are not on federal terrorism watch lists and are not subject to suspension or debarment. No specific bid bond or performance bond requirements are outlined in the documentation. While the exact award value is not specified, the procurement involves 400 sheets of carbon steel, suggesting a moderate-scale contract. Prospective bidders are required to submit their contact information (name, address, fax number, and email) to receive potential amendments to the solicitation, with the understanding that TDCJ will not be responsible for bidders who fail to receive amendments due to not submitting their contact details.