TDCJ - Rental of 40-yard container's for Asbestos to include collection and disposal

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) is soliciting bids to establish a blanket purchase order for rental of 40-yard containers for asbestos waste including collection and disposal services across six regions in Texas, with bids due August 26, 2026 at 3:00 PM in Huntsville, Texas.

The scope covers delivery, collection, transportation, and disposal of asbestos waste containers across TDCJ facilities in Huntsville, Tennessee Colony, Rosharon, Beeville, Childress, and Gatesville. The BPO includes 18 line items with unit pricing for delivery fees, collection/disposal fees, and rental fees; quantities range from two to ten containers per region with 60-day rental periods. All expenses including delivery, pickup, transportation, and disposal must be included in quoted prices. Respondents must demonstrate five years of experience in the trade, possess TCEQ-required certifications for drivers and facility employees, carry commercial insurance with minimum limits of $1 million general aggregate liability and $500,000 automobile liability, and have the ability to commence operations without TDCJ financial assistance.

The contract term runs September 1, 2026 through August 31, 2027, with four optional one-year renewal periods and one additional six-month extension available. Annual unit price adjustments during renewals will be permitted based on percentage changes to the Consumer Price Index as published by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, with baseline established at the month and year the bid was opened. No HUB subcontracting opportunities have been identified. Written questions are due August 17, 2026 at 3:00 PM, with TDCJ responses expected by August 19, 2026 at 5:00 PM. Funding is contingent upon legislative appropriation and availability; TDCJ retains the right to terminate without penalty beyond payment for services rendered if funds become unavailable.