Removal and replacement of the metal roofing system at the clemens unit

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) is soliciting bids for the removal and replacement of the metal roofing system at the Clemens Unit, located at 11034 HWY 36 in Brazoria, Texas 77422. This procurement is a re-advertised solicitation seeking a qualified contractor to perform comprehensive roofing replacement on employee housing. The project requires complete removal of existing R-panel metal roofing, including demolition and disposal of current materials, structural assessments, and installation of new R-panel metal roofing with specific requirements such as synthetic underlayment, metal trim, flashings, roof vents, and rain diverters. Contractors must provide professional certification from a licensed Texas professional verifying code compliance and ensure adherence to local, state, and national building regulations. The bid opening is scheduled for August 19, 2025, at 3:00 PM, with a deadline for questions set at August 8, 2025, at 1:00 PM (CST). Bidders can submit responses electronically to BIDS@TDCJ.TEXAS.GOV or via hard copy to the TDCJ Contracts and Procurement office in Huntsville, Texas.

The procurement does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions on respondent types. Contractors must meet comprehensive qualification requirements, including providing minimum insurance coverage of $1,000,000 liability, $500,000 auto, and statutory worker's compensation. The roofing system must have a limited lifetime manufacturer warranty or 50-year warranty with a 7-year minimum installer warranty and 110MPH wind resistance certification. Contractors will be subject to strict security requirements, including mandatory security escorts, background checks, and tool inventory management when working within the correctional facility. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with delivery potentially factoring into the award decision. While a specific budget range is not disclosed, the solicitation indicates that unit pricing should comprehensively cover all expenses related to delivery, installation, demolition, and removal of existing equipment. Potential bidders must also comply with Texas-specific provisions, including Buy Texas preferences, E-Verify system utilization, and various state contracting regulations.