IW248053 - Atlas Copco Compressor Parts

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) issued Bid No. IW248053 on April 14, 2026, with a proposal due date of April 23, 2026, at 3:00 PM for the procurement of equipment and supplies through a consortium or purchasing cooperative framework. The solicitation encompasses the supply of new, unused goods that must meet applicable OSHA standards and electrical certifications, with delivery required F.O.B. destination with freight prepaid. A specific line item (Line 3) involves an Intercooler Replacement component for industrial or mechanical equipment, for which technical product photographs and specifications were provided to assist bidders in identifying and sourcing the exact part; Amendment No. 1 clarified that no additional serial numbers or item numbers beyond those provided in the original solicitation are available. Evaluation criteria include competitive bidding based on lowest line item bid, lowest total, or any combination serving the state's best interests, with award decisions also considering technical qualifications, past performance metrics, financial capability, insurance requirements, and compliance with state and federal regulations. Bidders must submit sealed bids with firm pricing valid for 30 days from bid opening, possess a Texas Identification Number and Federal Employer Identification Number prior to contract award, comply with E-Verify requirements for all employees and subcontractors, and acknowledge receipt of all amendments either on the face of the bid or by returning one copy of the amendment notice to receive consideration.

The solicitation may include set-asides for small businesses, minority-owned enterprises, or women-owned business enterprises in accordance with Texas procurement preferences, and all bidders must comply with extensive certifications regarding suspension and debarment status, antitrust compliance, child support obligations, Israel boycott prohibitions, firearm entity non-discrimination, energy company boycott prohibitions, and foreign ownership restrictions on critical infrastructure contracts. Payment shall be made 30 calendar days after the later of invoice receipt, goods receipt, or service completion, with vendors required to maintain direct deposit accounts and submit completed W-9 forms to TDCJ Accounts Payable. The contract includes provisions for potential renewal options to extend the relationship beyond the initial award period, contingent upon satisfactory performance and continued operational need, and TDCJ reserves the right to extend contracts up to three months at its sole discretion. No specific award value or budget range is disclosed in the available solicitation documents. Prospective bidders are required to register with the designated TDCJ contact person by providing their name, phone number, and email address to receive amendments, which will be posted on the Electronic State Business Daily, making it incumbent upon each bidder to proactively verify receipt of all amendments prior to the April 23, 2026, deadline.