Procurement of Deaerator Tank.

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) is seeking bids for the procurement of a replacement deaerator tank, including labor and installation, delivery/freight, training, manuals, and removal of the old equipment. The successful bidder will be responsible for the full scope of work, from supplying the new deaerator tank to properly disposing of the old one. The contract will be for a single purchase order, with a bid due date of June 3, 2024 at 3:00 PM. Bidders must provide all necessary labor and installation services, as well as deliver and freight the new equipment, offer training on the new deaerator tank, and supply relevant manuals. Preference will be given to goods produced or offered by a Texas bidder that is owned by a service-disabled veteran.

The solicitation includes a HUB (Historically Underutilized Business) Subcontracting Plan (HSP) that outlines subcontracting goals, ranging from 11.2% to 32.9% depending on the contract category. All respondents, including HUB vendors, must complete the HSP form and demonstrate good faith efforts to utilize Texas certified HUBs for subcontracting opportunities. The procurement does not mention any set-asides, incumbents, or provide budget information. The contract term and any renewal options are also not specified in the documentation reviewed.