Tarrant County - Annual Purchase for Uninterruptible Power Supply - F2027035 (2026)
Tarrant CountyCounty · Fort Worth, TX- Due
- Dec 3, 2026
- 36 days left
- Posted
- Oct 23, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Julian Cano
- (817) 212-7359 ext 7359
The 30-second brief
Tarrant County is requesting bids for preventative maintenance (PM), repair services, and supply of Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) equipment for various county buildings, including the Correction Center, Green Bay Jail, Lon Evans Corrections Center, and Plaza Building. The scope includes quarterly, six-month, and annual inspections involving voltage and current measurements, thermal scans, battery rundown tests, equipment cleaning, and software updates. Bidders must provide fully loaded labor hourly rates and agree to a maximum 25% parts markup for unexpected repairs. The initial contract term is twelve months, with options for two additional twelve-month periods. Responses are due by December 3, 2026, following a virtual pre-bid conference on November 5, 2026. Required criteria include manufacturer authorization, five years of experience, background checks, and adherence to Tarrant County HUB policies.
Price, Contractor’s past performance record with Tarrant County, Tarrant County's evaluation of Contractor's ability to perform, Tarrant County's experience with services bid, Special needs and requirements of Tarrant County, Contractor’s staff, size, and experience, Results of Tarrant County’s check of Contractor’s references
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Summary
Tarrant County is requesting bids for preventative maintenance (PM), repair services, and supply of Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) equipment for various county buildings, including the Correction Center, Green Bay Jail, Lon Evans Corrections Center, and Plaza Building.
The scope includes quarterly, six-month, and annual inspections involving voltage and current measurements, thermal scans, battery rundown tests, equipment cleaning, and software updates. Bidders must provide fully loaded labor hourly rates and agree to a maximum 25% parts markup for unexpected repairs. The initial contract term is twelve months, with options for two additional twelve-month periods. Responses are due by December 3, 2026, following a virtual pre-bid conference on November 5, 2026. Required criteria include manufacturer authorization, five years of experience, background checks, and adherence to Tarrant County HUB policies.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
9- Price
- Contractor’s past performance record with Tarrant County
- Tarrant County's evaluation of Contractor's ability to perform
- Tarrant County's experience with services bid
- Special needs and requirements of Tarrant County
- Contractor’s staff
- Size
- Experience
- Results of Tarrant County’s check of Contractor’s references
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Diversity Certification
- W-9
- References
- Insurance certificate
REQUIRED STAFFING
Trained Repair Person
- Submit to
- https://tarrantcountytx.ionwave.net/PublicDetail.aspx?bidID=3146&SourceType=1
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Fort Worth, TX
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Tarrant County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 3, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://tarrantcountytx.ionwave.net/PublicDetail.aspx?bidID=3146&SourceType=1. For questions, contact Julian Cano.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Tarrant County in TX, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the IFB submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Julian Cano at (817) 212-7359 ext 7359. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Trained Repair Person. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Price, Contractor’s past performance record with Tarrant County, Tarrant County's evaluation of Contractor's ability to perform, Tarrant County's experience with services bid, Special needs and requir..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Tarrant County?
All active and historical solicitations from Tarrant County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Tarrant County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 3, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this IFB?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Diversity Certification, W-9, references, insurance certificate. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Tarrant County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Fort Worth, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.