Retrofit padded room/cell

The Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD) is issuing an Invitation for Bids (IFB) for retrofit construction services at the Giddings State Juvenile Correctional Facility located at 1027 Private Road 2261, Giddings, Texas. The procurement seeks a qualified contractor to convert one existing wet cell into a padded cell at the Infirmary/Security Holding Cell 171, Room 7, with dimensions of 11 feet 5.5 inches by 7 feet 5 inches by 8 feet tall. The scope of work includes saw-cutting concrete to install a 4-inch flushable floor drain positioned 3 feet from the existing toilet location, installing the floor drain with an external control switch, repairing concrete and wall damage, and applying minimum 2-inch thick high-density foam padding covered in 14-ounce Class A rated vinyl (Camel or Grey color) to all walls, floors, doors, and benches. All padding materials must be fire-resistant, non-toxic, and sloped toward the drain, while windows, HVAC vents, lights, and fire sprinkler heads must remain accessible and uncovered. Bids are due on March 4, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. and must be submitted electronically via email to Shande Vaughan at shande.vaughan@tjjd.texas.gov with signatures and time stamps; late or unsigned bids will not be considered. Bidders must provide detailed material specifications, component descriptions, a list of materials and parts to be used, and comply with background check requirements for on-site access at this secure state facility. Pricing shall be quoted as a lump sum for the complete job, with the respondent responsible for all costs associated with materials, labor, and compliance with applicable safety standards and tax requirements. Respondent prices must remain firm for a minimum of 120 days from the bid submission deadline. The State reserves the right to make awards based on best value or any other combination serving the State's best interests and may reject any or all bid items at its sole discretion.

No specific set-aside designations or restrictions on types of organizations responding to this procurement are indicated in the available documentation. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are listed. The successful respondent must provide proof of basic insurance coverage, including workers' compensation and commercial general liability with an "A" rating from A.M. Best Company, within five business days of award. No minimum dollar amount is guaranteed, and no specific budget range is disclosed in the procurement documents. The contract is contingent upon continued availability of lawful appropriations by the Texas Legislature. Liquidated damages of 2% of the total contract cost per calendar day may be imposed for failure to perform in a timely manner. The State of Texas will not reimburse travel, meals, lodging, or other related expenses unless pre-approved in writing.