Emergency Generator, ATS Switch and Docking Station

This Invitation for Bids (IFB) issued by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Contracts and Procurement Department seeks qualified contractors for Bid No. IW241669, which involves the removal and replacement of existing transfer switches and termination of existing conductors to new automatic transfer switches (ATS) with capacities of 1200A and 400A. The project scope includes electrical infrastructure upgrades with specific technical specifications referenced under line item 001 of the IFB; however, no drawings are available for this procurement. Bidders are required to submit sealed bids by February 16, 2026, at 3:00 PM, with no site visit to be conducted prior to bid submission. Contractors must acknowledge receipt of Amendment No. 1 in their bid submission, either on the face of the bid or by returning one copy of the amendment notice, or their bid may not receive consideration. The procurement is structured as a fixed-price contract, and all technical specifications and bid schedules are contained in the detailed IFB documents.

The procurement documents indicate that disadvantaged business enterprises (DBE) and certified Texas-based contractors may qualify for applicable set-asides or preference considerations in accordance with state procurement regulations. No specific incumbent contractor information, funding source details, contract term specifications, or award value ranges are disclosed in the available amendment documentation. Bidders must comply with TDCJ's bonding and insurance requirements as outlined in the full IFB documents. The evaluation and award process will follow standard procurement procedures, with contract award anticipated following the bid opening and evaluation of submissions received by the deadline. Interested contractors should thoroughly review all attached IFB documents and the amendment clarifications prior to preparing their bid submissions.