Plumbing Parts for Leblanc Unit

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice is soliciting sealed bids under Invitation for Bids IW269755 to establish a purchase order for plumbing parts for the LeBlanc Unit in Beaumont, Texas, with responses due November 6, 2026. The solicitation references Texas Administrative Code Rule 20.306, which addresses preferences for goods produced or offered by Texas bidders.

Vendors must supply new, unused merchandise unless otherwise specified, and electrical items must meet OSHA and UL standards. Detailed specification and quality standards apply, and vendors bear all inspection and testing costs. TDCJ offers no quantity guarantees and reserves the right to purchase from alternative sources. Before award, vendors must obtain a Texas Identification Number and a Federal Employer Identification Number, and must maintain pricing at least as favorable as offered to other clients. Pricing must remain firm for thirty days from the response due date, priced F.O.B. destination with freight prepaid unless otherwise specified. The invitation offers cash discount or net 30 payment terms.

TDCJ may award based on low line-item response, low total cost, or any combination serving the state's best interests. It may reject any or all responses, waive minor technicalities, and extend any resulting contract up to three months. Termination for convenience requires thirty days' notice, and termination without penalty applies if funds become unavailable. Respondents must provide statutory certifications covering debarment, antitrust, child support, human trafficking, E-Verify, and boycotts of energy companies and Israel.

Responses must be submitted electronically through the Euna Procurement (Bonfire) portal at tdcj.bonfirehub.com after registration. Respondents should allow at least one business day for file uploads and confirm a "Submission Complete" status before the deadline. Responses become final and irrevocable at the due date and time, though respondents may withdraw and resubmit before then. Inquiries and amendments run through the same portal. The primary contact is Donna Bussey, donna.bussey@tdcj.texas.gov.