Water Heaters

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Contracts and Procurement Department is seeking bids for a specific procurement of water heaters through Invitation for Bids (IFB) number IW207186. The solicitation requires the purchase of five (5) 100-gallon natural gas water heaters, specifically the State Ultra Force model SUF100199NE with 199,900 BTU capacity, to be delivered to the TDCJ Estelle Unit Maintenance facility in Huntsville, Texas. Electronic bid submissions are preferred via email to BIDS@TDCJ.TEXAS.GOV, with hard copy submissions also accepted, though faxed bids will not be permitted. The bid opening is scheduled for January 27, 2025, at 3:00 PM, with questions regarding the solicitation due by January 17, 2025, at 3:00 PM (CST). Pricing must be F.O.B. destination with freight prepaid and allowed, and bidders must specify any additional freight charges with a not-to-exceed dollar amount. The TDCJ reserves the right to make an award based on low line item bid, low total bid, or to reject any or all bids and rebid.

The solicitation does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations, but it does include provisions for Texas resident and veteran preferences. Bidders must comply with various state procurement requirements, including suspension and debarment certifications. No incumbent vendor information is provided, and there is no explicit budget range mentioned in the documentation. The procurement appears to be a straightforward replacement of existing water heating infrastructure at the Estelle Unit Maintenance facility. Potential bidders will need to demonstrate compliance with state procurement regulations and provide a bid for the exact specification of water heaters requested. The TDCJ will evaluate bids based on compliance with specifications, pricing, and adherence to state procurement guidelines, with the ultimate goal of selecting a vendor to supply the specified water heaters for the correctional facility's maintenance needs.