Procurement of a Generator to Include Installation

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) is soliciting bids for the procurement and installation of a 600 kW diesel generator set for the Telford-Unit Maintenance in New Boston, Texas. The specific generator required is a Blue Star Power Systems Model PD600-01, operating at 277/480V, 3 phase, 60 Hz, with a Perkins 280C-E18TAG3 engine and Stamford HCI534F generator. The procurement includes a complete enclosure with weather protection, a control panel, and a 1,000-gallon fuel tank, with full installation services at the specified location. Bidders must submit sealed proposals by December 3, 2025, at 3:00 PM, either physically to the TDCJ Contracts and Procurement Department in Huntsville or electronically to BIDS@TDCJ.TEXAS.GOV. The deadline for submitting questions is November 19, 2025, at 10:00 AM CST, with anticipated answers posted on the Electronic State Business Daily by November 24, 2025. Bid prices must remain firm for 30 days after the bid opening, and the successful bidder must provide a two-year/2,000-hour limited warranty.

The contract opportunity has specific requirements for Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUBs), with a 26.0 percent HUB participation goal for "All Other Services Contracts". Respondents must complete a HUB Subcontracting Plan (HSP) with their bid, which can be accomplished through Method A (identifying specific HUB subcontractors) or Method B (notifying certified HUBs and trade organizations of subcontracting opportunities). Bidders must demonstrate good faith efforts in utilizing Texas certified HUBs and provide monthly compliance reports if awarded. The minimum liability insurance requirement is $1,000,000, with additional auto insurance of $500,000 and statutory worker's compensation coverage. A payment bond equal to 25% of the bid amount is required for bids over $25,000. Contractors must comply with TDCJ security procedures, including background checks and adherence to personnel directives. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive requirements suggest a significant investment in infrastructure and generator replacement.