Purchase of Walk-in Ovens

Tarrant County is soliciting bids for the replacement of three commercial ovens at the Lon Evans Corrections Center under solicitation number F2027038. The project requires the awarded vendor to provide all labor and materials for the uninstallation and removal of existing equipment and the installation of three new double rack rotating ovens. To be eligible for award, bidders must bid on all items and meet strict technical specifications, including the use of a 275k BTU gas system, a Type I hood with UL 710 listed grease filters, compliance with NFPA-96 requirements, and the inclusion of a prison security package. The contract will be awarded to the lowest bidder meeting these specifications. Bidders must submit detailed product specifications, warranty information, and electrical and gas system requirements, ensuring all delivery, labor, travel, and freight costs are included in the installation pricing. The response deadline is November 30, 2026. Tarrant County adheres to a HUB policy for disadvantaged business enterprises and requires that bidders do not owe delinquent property taxes within the county. Payment is typically issued within thirty days of receiving the invoice or items, and the county maintains audit rights for twelve months following final payment. Additionally, vendors must comply with data security standards and may be subject to criminal background checks for personnel accessing secure facilities.