fy_26_gid_plumbing

The contract involves upgrading plumbing and fixtures in a classroom at the Giddings State Juvenile Correctional Facility in Texas, requiring installation of a 40-gallon electric water heater with stand and drain pan, new water lines to sinks, dishwashers, washing machine outlet boxes, and an ice machine, two 32-inch stainless steel undermount sinks with commercial gooseneck faucets, a dryer vent through the wall, and full drainage and venting systems tied into the existing sewer line, including cutting and repaving approximately 40 feet of asphalt. All work must comply with State and Local UPC and IPC plumbing codes, OSHA electrical standards, and federal safety regulations, with materials required to be new, unused, and of current production. The project is governed by an Invitation for Bid (IFB) under solicitation number fy_26_gid_plumbing, with bids due by June 25, 2026, and must be submitted electronically via email with proper labeling and signatures. Pricing must remain firm for 120 days, and bidders must provide complete specifications if proposing alternatives to named products. Award will be made based on best value under Texas Government Code §2155.074, with consideration given to low line-item or total line-item costs, or any combination serving the state’s best interest. Contractors must hold an Employer Identification Number, comply with federal and Texas laws including the Americans with Disabilities Act, Equal Employment Opportunity, Immigration and Nationality Act, and prohibitions on foreign adversaries designated under NDAA and Texas statutes. They must certify they are not debarred, suspended, or linked to terrorism, disaster fraud, or child support delinquency, and must not boycott energy companies or Israel. All work must meet safety standards under federal occupational safety law, and contractors must maintain workers’ compensation and general liability insurance. Deliveries are restricted to weekday business hours, time is of the essence, and delays require immediate written notice. The Texas State Auditor’s Office retains audit rights, and inspections may occur before and after award, with the respondent bearing all pre-award testing costs. Samples must be free of charge and clearly marked. Acceptance is contingent on compliance with all specifications, and failures may result in rejection at the bidder’s expense or revocation for latent defects. All parties must avoid conflicts of interest or appearance of impropriety, and site visits are strongly recommended prior to submission.