Thin Clients

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) has issued a Request for Offer (RFO) for the procurement of 500 thin client units with specific technical requirements. The solicitation seeks Modular Logic Unit thin clients with an AMD A6 micro-AT6500T SOC quad core 1.2GHz CPU, featuring 8GB socketed DRAM, 32GB industrial grade SSD flash, security lock slot, USB optical mouse, USB US 104 key keyboard, and CLI device manager software in black color. The procurement is brand-specific and targets very precise technical specifications, including Windows 10 IOT Enterprise LTSC Version 21H2, minimum 29GB storage, RJ45 network port, 4+ USB ports, and specific software requirements such as UFW program, USB device filtering, and autorun scripting. The bid opening is scheduled for February 21, 2025, at 3:00 PM Central Time, with questions due by January 31, 2025. The contract term runs from the award date through August 31, 2025, with an optional one-year renewal period through August 31, 2026, and delivery will be to the TDCJ ITD Maintenance Depot in Huntsville, TX.

The solicitation includes Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) subcontracting requirements with participation goals varying by procurement category. Vendors must submit a completed HUB Subcontracting Plan (HSP) demonstrating how they will meet these goals. Eligibility requires vendors to certify they are not suspended, debarred, or listed on federal terrorism watch lists. Electronic submissions are preferred via email to BIDS@TDCJ.TEXAS.GOV with a 10MB attachment limit, though hard copy submissions are also accepted. While the exact budget is not specified, the procurement involves 500 units with pricing to be F.O.B. destination prepaid, including all delivery, installation, and potential equipment removal costs. The TDCJ has maintained a strict stance on brand-specific requirements, as demonstrated by their response to Dell Technologies' alternative product offering, indicating a preference for very specific technical configurations that meet their exact operational needs.