Taylor County Jail Facility Detention Slider Retrofit and Replacement RFP 2026-500
Taylor CountyCounty · Abilene, TX- Due
- May 28, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 5, 2026
- Primary contact
- Scott Henderson
- (325) 738-8602
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Summary
Taylor County, Texas is soliciting sealed proposals under RFP 2026-500 for the retrofit and replacement of detention sliders at the county jail facility.
The project scope encompasses four sections: Sally Port (12 units), Female Cell Run (16 units), Booking/Detox (5 units), and FM7 Unit (3 units). A mandatory site inspection is required prior to bidding; interested vendors must contact Andre Moore or Andrew Simms at 325-691-7422 to schedule an appointment. Proposals must include one original and one copy, and the awarded vendor must provide a 100% Performance and Payment Bond. Sealed proposals are due by 2:00 P.M. on May 28, 2026, at the Taylor County Purchasing Office in Abilene.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Performance and Payment Bond (100%)
- Statutory insurance requirements
- One original proposal
- One copy
- Submit to
- Taylor County Purchasing Office, 600 Pecan Street, Abilene, Texas 79602
- Scope location
- Abilene, TX
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Taylor County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 28, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Taylor County Purchasing Office, 600 Pecan Street, Abilene, Texas 79602. For questions, contact Scott Henderson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Taylor 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 RFP 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 Scott Henderson at (325) 738-8602. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Taylor County?
All active and historical solicitations from Taylor County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Taylor County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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: Performance and Payment Bond (100%), statutory insurance requirements, one original proposal, one copy. Review the full document from Taylor 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: Abilene, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.