Monitored pulse fence detection system

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Contracts and Procurement Department is seeking bids for a comprehensive Monitored Pulse Fence Detection System to be installed at the Torres Unit located in Hondo, TX. The procurement involves the complete design, procurement, and installation of a new fence detection system, which includes controls, wiring, data cable, monitoring and mounting hardware, and offload equipment. Vendors must provide a complete system solution that meets the TDCJ's security requirements, with specific attention to integration and functionality within a correctional facility environment. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for May 8, 2025, at 10:00 AM at 125 Private Road 4303 in Hondo, TX, and electronic bid submissions are preferred through bids@tdcj.texas.gov with a 10 MB attachment limit. The bid is officially scheduled to open on May 28, 2025, at 3 P.M., with bids required to remain valid for 180 days. Bidders must submit one original signed paper copy if not submitting electronically, and must provide comprehensive manufacturer's warranty documentation. The TDCJ reserves the right to perform background checks on vendor employees and can refuse entry to individuals who do not meet their security standards.

The solicitation includes a significant Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) subcontracting requirement with a 32.9% goal for this contract category. Vendors must complete a detailed HUB Subcontracting Plan, demonstrating good faith efforts to include Texas certified HUB vendors and detailing their strategy for subcontracting opportunities. Minimum liability insurance of $1,000,000 is required, with progressive monthly payments contingent upon completion and approval of work as outlined in the schedule of values. The HUB program aims to promote equal business opportunities for economically disadvantaged persons, and vendors must provide comprehensive documentation of their outreach efforts and potential subcontractors. While no specific budget range was explicitly stated in the documents, the comprehensive nature of the fence detection system and the detailed requirements suggest a significant investment. Vendors must comply with various state-mandated certifications, including E-Verify compliance, anti-boycott provisions, and conflict of interest disclosures. The contract is subject to legislative appropriations, with TDCJ reserving the right to terminate if insufficient funds are available.