Mobile carts for the facilities central warehouse

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) is conducting a procurement for mobile carts to be delivered to the Facilities Central Warehouse through an Invitation for Bids (IFB) process. The solicitation, posted on January 8, 2026, with a bid submission deadline of January 23, 2026, seeks vendors capable of supplying mobile carts that meet specific agency requirements. Bidders must submit their proposals to the TDCJ Accounts Payable office located in Huntsville, TX, with all submissions required to comply with the agency's standard terms and conditions. Evaluation criteria will prioritize compliance with technical specifications, pricing, and delivery capabilities, with the state reserving the right to award based on low line item bids, low total bids, or combinations that best serve state interests. Vendors must provide F.O.B. destination pricing with freight prepaid, maintain firm pricing for 30 days from bid opening, and be prepared for potential inspection and testing of delivered goods at the vendor's expense.

The procurement includes several set-aside and preference provisions that may advantage certain bidders, specifically those owned by Texas residents and service-disabled veterans under 34 TAC Rule 20.306. Bidders must certify compliance with numerous statutory requirements, including E-Verify system utilization, antitrust law compliance, child support obligations, and various prohibitions related to boycotts and discrimination. Vendors are required to maintain direct deposit enrollment and submit completed W-9 forms, with payment terms set at thirty calendar days after invoice or goods receipt. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed in the provided documents, the solicitation suggests a standard procurement process for mobile carts with potential preferences for Texas-based businesses. Interested vendors must proactively submit their contact information to ensure receipt of any solicitation amendments, with all updates to be posted on the Electronic State Business Daily.