Metal Parts

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Contracts and Procurement Department has issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB) numbered IW217046 for metal fabrication materials to be delivered to the TDCJ Coffield Unit Metal Fabrication facility in Tennessee Colony, Texas. The procurement involves multiple line items of steel products, including carbon steel sheets, flat bars, and angle iron in various dimensions that must conform to ASTM standards. Quantities range from 20 to 225 units across five different metal product categories, with the bid structured as an "all or nothing" award. The bid opening is scheduled for May 13, 2025, at 3:00 PM, with electronic submission preferred via email to bids@tdcj.texas.gov. Bidders must provide detailed pricing, comply with Texas state regulations, and meet specific vendor qualifications, including submission of Material Safety Data Sheets and adherence to security protocols for deliveries to correctional facilities.

The solicitation includes specific vendor eligibility requirements, stipulating that bidders cannot be suspended, debarred, or listed on terrorism watch lists. Vendors must maintain their pricing for 7 days past the due date, and the procurement will be funded through TDCJ's operational budget. The Electronic State Business Daily (ESBD) disclaimer emphasizes that bidders must submit complete contact information to receive potential amendments to the solicitation. While specific award values are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the metal fabrication materials procurement suggests a significant operational contract. Bidders are required to proactively manage their contact information and monitor for any updates or changes to the solicitation, with the understanding that failure to do so may result in disqualification or missing critical information about the bid.