TDCJ - Landfill Services for Region III

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) number 696-6-IW215807 for landfill services in Region III, specifically for a facility located at 1100 FM 655 in Rosharon, TX. The procurement seeks comprehensive waste management services, including rental of waste containers, collection, transportation, and disposal of solid waste, with an anticipated volume of approximately 10,500 cubic yards of compacted waste. Vendors must possess minimum qualifications, including at least 5 years of trade experience, ability to obtain required commercial insurance, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) level class certification for drivers and facility employees, and capability to commence operations without financial assistance from the department. The solicitation was posted on October 29, 2025, with bid responses due by 3:00 PM CT on November 21, 2025. The initial contract term runs from the date of award through August 31, 2026, with options to renew for four additional one-year periods. The TDCJ will award the contract to the most advantageous bidder based on "Best Value" considerations, reserving the right to make a single award, make no awards, or reject bids with inconsistent pricing or insufficient competition.

The solicitation includes a Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) Waiver, indicating that no subcontracting opportunities are available for this procurement, and submission of a HUB Subcontracting Plan is not required. Potential bidders must carefully review and comply with 50 detailed contract clauses covering legal, ethical, and operational requirements, including E-Verify compliance, restrictions on doing business with certain countries, and prohibitions related to various state and federal regulations. The contract includes provisions for potential annual price adjustments based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI) during renewal periods. Vendors must submit their contact information to ensure receipt of any amendments to the solicitation, which will be posted on the Electronic State Business Daily. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the services and the multi-year contract structure suggest a significant procurement value. Failure to comply with the extensive contract requirements could result in contract termination, payment withholding, or disqualification from future state contracts.