Opportunity
Texas DIR/ESBD #IW242194
Procurement of Six New 40' Steel Shipping Containers for Dalby Unit, Texas Department of Criminal Justice
Posted
May 06, 2026
Respond By
May 20, 2026
Identifier
IW242194
NAICS
332439
The Texas Department of Criminal Justice is seeking bids for new shipping containers to support operations at the Dalby Unit correctional facility in Post, Texas. - Government Buyer: - Texas Department of Criminal Justice, Contracts and Procurement Department - Primary contacts: Amaya Byrd and Kelly Scott - Products/Services Requested: - Six (6) new 40-foot standard steel shipping containers - Dimensions: 40' x 8' x 8'6" - Weight capacity: 65,000 lbs - Standard height, any color acceptable - NIGP code: 10021 (Freight and Cargo Containers) - Part number referenced: 100-21 - Delivery Location: - Dalby Unit, 805 N. Avenue F, Post, TX 79356 - Notable Requirements: - Strict compliance with correctional facility security protocols for delivery (security escorts, vehicle searches, contraband restrictions) - Adherence to Texas state procurement statutes and vendor performance tracking - No specific OEMs or brands required; open to all vendors able to supply new steel shipping containers meeting specifications - No recurring services or maintenance requested; this is a one-time purchase and delivery.
Description
The Texas Department of Criminal Justice is requesting bids to establish a purchase order for the procurement of shipping containers. The solicitation specifies the need for new 40' standard shipping containers with a weight capacity of 65,000 lbs, to be delivered to the TDCJ Dalby Unit in Post, Texas. Bidders must comply with TDCJ security procedures for deliveries to correctional facilities. The solicitation includes detailed submission requirements and terms and conditions for bidders.