Wet Kit

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ), through its Contracts and Procurement Department in Huntsville, is soliciting bids for a specialized wet kit installation on an existing drag chain trailer. The procurement, identified by Reference Number IM224217, requires the procurement of one (1) unit with specific technical components including a keel mounting bracket, Deutz diesel engine, direct mount hydraulic pump, 55-gallon hydraulic tank, and diesel fuel tank. The solicitation is specifically targeting the mechanical department of the TDCJ Wynne Unit, with precise technical specifications for the trailer modification. Electronic bids must be submitted to bids@tdcj.texas.gov by July 22, 2025, at 3:00 PM, with a 10 MB attachment limit per email. Bidders are required to comply with comprehensive state regulations, including provisions related to suspension, debarment, terrorism checks, and potential contract ineligibility, with strict adherence to Texas state and federal procurement guidelines.

The procurement does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must demonstrate compliance with extensive contractual terms, including conflict of interest provisions, fraud prevention protocols, and independent contractor status requirements. The document emphasizes unique security requirements for deliveries to correctional facilities, which may impose additional compliance challenges for potential vendors. While no specific budget range or award value is explicitly stated in the available documentation, the technical specificity and correctional facility context suggest a specialized procurement with potentially stringent qualification criteria. Vendors must provide comprehensive contact information and be prepared to meet the TDCJ's rigorous standards for equipment procurement and installation, with potential disqualification for non-compliance with the detailed solicitation requirements.