Microwave Intrusion Detection System

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Contracts and Procurement Department is soliciting bids for a comprehensive Microwave Intrusion Detection System installation at the Bartlett Unit State Jail. The project requires a vendor to provide, install, and calibrate a complete microwave fencing system, including controls, wiring, data cables, monitoring, and mounting hardware along approximately 2,000 linear feet of facility perimeter. Deliverables include a fully operational intrusion detection system with microwave sensors, fence-mounted detection cables, and a central monitoring station, with all components requiring installation using detention-grade, tamper-resistant materials. The bid response is due February 10, 2025, at 3:00 PM, with electronic submissions preferred via email to BIDS@TDCJ.TEXAS.GOV. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for January 16, 2025, at 10:30 AM at the TDCJ Bartlett State Jail Unit Maintenance, and potential bidders must submit questions by January 22, 2025, at 10:00 AM (CST), with answers posted by January 27, 2025, on the Electronic State Business Daily. Vendors must hold pricing for 180 days and comply with all specified technical requirements, including National Electrical Code standards and TDCJ facility policies.

The procurement includes specific Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) subcontracting requirements under Texas Government Code 2161.252, with established participation goals across various contract categories, including 32.9% for special trade construction. Contractors must submit a HUB Subcontracting Plan and provide monthly compliance reports documenting their efforts to engage certified HUB vendors. Insurance requirements are substantial, mandating $1,000,000 in liability coverage, $500,000 in auto coverage, and statutory worker's compensation. While specific contract value is not disclosed, the comprehensive technical specifications and mandatory site visit suggest a significant infrastructure investment. The project utilizes commodity code 330-20 and will require vendors to demonstrate technical expertise in security systems, electrical engineering, and correctional facility infrastructure. Progressive payment structures may be available upon approval of completed work stages, and contractors must be prepared to coordinate closely with TDCJ personnel to minimize operational disruptions during system installation.