The purchase and installation of a tilt down radio tower.

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) is seeking bids for the purchase and installation of a tilt-down radio tower at the Jester, Scott, and Vance Units in Richmond, TX. The procurement involves installing a 60-foot Rohn 55G Fold Over Tower, a Rohn 45GSR Tower Short Base, a Climate Controlled Cabinet Outdoor Enclosure, a Concrete Cast Foundation Pad, a 6-inch Aluminum Cable Duct, two Eight Foot Ground Rods, and associated cabling and grounding equipment. Bidders must provide a detailed cost breakdown including labor, materials, equipment, travel, and implementation costs, with no additional charges allowed. The tower must meet specific design standards, including ANSI/TIA/EIA-222-G Structural Standards, OSHA guidelines, and the National Electric Code. Vendors are required to submit at least four references for similar projects completed within the past five years, demonstrating experience in tower installation, maintenance, and repair. The bid is scheduled to open on July 22, 2025, at 3 P.M., with electronic submission preferred via bids@tdcj.texas.gov. Bidders must include the solicitation number TM221042 and provide one original signed paper copy if not submitting electronically.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. Bidders must provide comprehensive insurance with minimum liability coverage of $1,000,000 and comply with specific security protocols for working at correctional facilities. Vendors must pass background checks, adhere to strict guidelines about facility entry and tool management, and demonstrate they are not listed on federal procurement exclusion lists. The contract requires a full ten-year warranty covering labor, materials, and rust/corrosion for the Tilt Down Tower, with additional five-year equipment warranties. While a specific budget range is not disclosed, the comprehensive requirements suggest a significant investment in infrastructure improvement. The TDCJ will handle the installation of coax cables, antennas, and mounting equipment, with the selected vendor responsible for the tower, foundation, and primary installation. Potential bidders should carefully review the Terms and Conditions document, which outlines comprehensive bidding requirements, vendor responsibilities, and administrative guidelines for doing business with the state agency.