Wet Kit

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Contracts and Procurement Department is soliciting bids for a wet kit installation on an existing drag chain trailer through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) with Bid Number IM262626. The procurement involves a comprehensive hydraulic system that includes a self-contained installation with specific components: a keel mounting bracket, one diesel engine mount, one direct hydraulic pump, a 155-gallon hydraulic tank, and one diesel fuel tank. This wet kit is specifically designated for installation on TDCJ equipment and will be delivered to the TDCJ Wynne Unit Mechanical facility located in Huntsville, Texas. The bid submission is electronic, preferably sent to bids@tdcj.texas.gov, with strict requirements including a 10MB attachment limit and file format restrictions to Microsoft Office or PDF. Bid opening is scheduled for August 14, 2025, at 3:00 P.M., with bidders required to provide a unit price that encompasses all purchase and installation expenses. Contractors must submit comprehensive documentation demonstrating their eligibility to participate in the state procurement process.

The solicitation includes specific provisions for historically underutilized businesses and Texas bidder preferences, suggesting potential set-aside opportunities for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must comply with rigorous security procedures when performing services at correctional facilities, including maintaining security escorts, adhering to specific conduct guidelines, and undergoing mandatory background checks. Contractor staff will be subject to extensive vetting to ensure compliance with TDCJ's stringent security protocols. While a specific budget range is not explicitly detailed in the available documentation, the procurement appears to be a targeted, specialized equipment installation project with comprehensive requirements. The bid process emphasizes not just technical capabilities, but also a contractor's ability to navigate the complex regulatory and security environment of the Texas criminal justice system. Potential vendors should be prepared to demonstrate not only technical proficiency in hydraulic system installation, but also a comprehensive understanding of institutional procurement and security protocols.