Procurement of Refrigerant

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Contracts and Procurement Department has issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB) for the procurement of refrigerant, specifically 54.0000 cylinders of R404A refrigerant. The solicitation, identified as Bid No. 2M224130, spans multiple jurisdictions including Van Zandt County and various Houston City locations. The refrigerant will be delivered to TDCJ Facilities Central Wash, located at 861 IH 45 North, Dock A in Huntsville, TX 77320. Electronic bid submissions are preferred and should be sent to bids@tdcj.texas.gov, with a recommended 10 MB attachment limit per email. The bid is scheduled for opening on July 24, 2025, at 3 P.M., with a focus on best value procurement. Evaluation criteria will include pricing, bidder performance history, quality of goods, and conformance to specifications. Bidders must comply with Texas state procurement regulations, submit documents in Microsoft Office formats, and adhere to state government codes and ethics standards.

The solicitation includes provisions for Texas Bidder preferences and considerations for recycled products. While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed, the bid emphasizes compliance with various state and federal regulatory certifications. The procurement seeks F.O.B. destination pricing with freight prepaid and allowed, requiring bidders to provide unit pricing for the refrigerant. Although a specific award value is not mentioned, the procurement is for a fixed quantity of 54 cylinders of R404A refrigerant. Potential bidders must demonstrate the ability to meet technical specifications, provide competitive pricing, and comply with all state procurement requirements. The TDCJ appears to be seeking a responsive and responsible vendor who can efficiently supply the required refrigerant to their central facilities while meeting all specified procurement guidelines and quality standards.