MICR0WAVE intrusion detection system at the torres unit

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) is seeking a comprehensive Microwave Intrusion Detection System (MPDIS) for the Torres Unit, with a solicitation (Bid Number IW218183-A) focused on installing a Senstar FlexZone X Series system covering approximately 4,500 linear feet of 12 ft galvanized chain link wire mesh fence. The procurement requires a fully integrated security system capable of detecting and locating intrusion attempts within 3 meters with 1-meter resolution, operating 24/7 with sophisticated event logging and reporting functions. Vendor requirements include providing all necessary controls, wiring, power, fiber optic cable, monitoring, and mounting hardware, with the system powered via the site's standby electrical system. The manufacturer must have at least five years of experience in security detection systems, and the entire MPDIS must be from a single manufacturer to ensure full system compatibility. Bid responses are due on June 18, 2025, at 3 P.M., with vendors required to submit either electronically to bids@tdcj.texas.gov or via hard copy to the TDCJ Contracts and Procurement Department in Huntsville, Texas. The system must include a Microsoft Windows-based central control system and comes with a two-year warranty covering all material and workmanship defects.

The solicitation includes specific requirements for vendor participation, including a mandatory Texas HUB Subcontracting Plan and compliance with various state procurement regulations. Vendors must meet insurance minimums of $1,000,000 in liability and $500,000 in auto insurance, with bond requirements for bids over $25,000. The contract includes provisions for background checks and strict security protocols for working within correctional facilities, with vendors required to be eligible for state procurement, not listed on federal terrorism watch lists, and compliant with state debt obligations. Progressive payments may be offered based on a preliminary schedule of values, and bidders must hold pricing for 180 days. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the system and installation requirements suggests a substantial investment in perimeter security infrastructure. Vendors must be prepared to handle all aspects of the installation, including offloading equipment, running electrical conduit, system calibration, and providing start-up training, with the ultimate goal of enhancing the security of the Torres Unit through advanced intrusion detection technology.