Barber Services

The Texas Juvenile Justice Department has issued an Invitation for Bid for barber and beautician services at the Mart State Juvenile Correctional Facility in Mart, Texas. The contract involves providing haircutting services, including regular cuts, edge-ups, and fades, for both boys and girls, with an estimated volume of 200 to 285 haircuts per month. Services are to be performed on weekdays during daytime hours in the facility's campus barber shop. The contract is an annual agreement running through August 31, 2027, with an option for a one-year extension. All service providers and assisting individuals must be licensed barbers or beauticians and are required to pass criminal background checks and fingerprinting prior to the contract award. Additionally, personnel must adhere to all facility policies and the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) standards. Bids must be submitted by September 9, 2026, at 2:00 PM via email or in a sealed envelope, and must include a valid barber or beautician license. The award will be determined based on the best value standard, with bid price serving as a primary evaluation factor. Successful respondents must maintain specific insurance coverage through Texas-licensed companies with an A.M. Best rating of A or better and must comply with various state and federal regulations, including the Texas Prompt Payment Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and OSHA standards. Invoicing must be submitted by the 10th of each following month and must be accompanied by a completed Hair Cut Log to ensure accurate payment processing.