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Sealed bids are requested for the purchase and removal of approximately 1,517 trees. Bids are due no later than 2:00 PM on Thursday, September 25, 2025. The contract term is two years from the date of award. Harvesting operations are not allowed from April 1 to October 1 due to fish and wildlife restrictions. Successful bidders will be required to provide a performance bond or other form of surety. Inspection of the timber is encouraged. Additional information regarding the timber sale is available in the invitation for bid (IFB) document. Contact information for questions is provided.

Bidders must download and complete any addenda, submit responses according to document cover requirements, and submit Form **** with the bid proposal. The bid deadline is September 10, 2025, 2:00 PM, at the Montgomery County Purchasing Agent office. A cashier's or certified check or bidder's bond (5% of the greatest amount of proposal submitted) must accompany the bid. A performance and payment bond (100% of the contract sum) is required. Questions about the plans, specifications, and drawings should be directed to the procurement construction project manager. Contractors must submit a completed contractor qualification statement (AIA Form A305). The owner reserves the right to reject any or all bids, accept or reject alternates, and waive any informalities or irregularities. Consideration of the lowest price and/or length of days bid for substantial completion may be a major factor in determining the most advantageous proposal. Additional documents required (with deadlines), participation criteria, process stages, cost of the dispute, deadlines for clarification and objection, and exclusivity for certain types of companies are not mentioned.

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) is seeking offers for goods and services. Offers must comply with all rules, regulations, and state statutes relating to purchasing. No substitutions are permitted without written approval. Offers must be submitted on the specified form, with unit prices shown. Delivery must be made during normal working hours unless prior approval is obtained. Offers are subject to negotiation. The state reserves the right to accept or reject all or any part of any offer, waive minor technicalities, and award the offer to best serve the interests of the state. All goods will be subject to inspection and testing. The award policy considers factors such as prices, previous performance, quality, and other best value factors. Payment will be made 30 calendar days after the later of the invoice receipt date, goods receipt date, or service completion date. The vendor must keep the TDCJ advised of the order status at all times. The state reserves the right to make an award on the basis of low line item offer. Any legal actions must be filed in Travis County, Texas. The vendor must provide a valid payee identification number on each invoice. Invoices must be itemized with the description, unit price, unit of measure, and extension exactly as listed on the purchase order. Only items listed on the purchase order may be billed and paid for by the TDCJ. Invoices must reference the purchase order number. Vendors must supply a valid payee identification number (PIN) on each invoice. Invoices must be sent to accounts payable. Discounted invoices may be emailed. The vendor shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the state of Texas and customers from any claims, violations, misappropriations, or infringement of any intellectual property rights. The state auditor may conduct an audit or investigation of the respondent or any other entity or person receiving funds from the state. The respondent understands that TDCJ will comply with the Texas Public Information Act. The respondent is and shall remain an independent contractor in relationship to the TDCJ. The respondent shall have no claim against the TDCJ for vacation pay, sick leave, retirement benefits, or other employee benefits. The respondent certifies that it is in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. The respondent agrees that any payments due under a purchase order or contract resulting from this RFO shall be directly applied towards eliminating any debt or delinquency, including delinquent taxes, student loan payments, and child support. Funds are not presently available for performance beyond the current fiscal year. Any dispute arising under this contract shall be resolved according to procedures for resolving contract claims and disputes. The respondent certifies that it does not boycott energy companies and will not boycott energy companies during the term of the contract. The respondent certifies that it is in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations regarding procurement. The respondent certifies that it does not boycott Israel and will not boycott Israel during the term of the contract. The respondent certifies that it is not ineligible to receive the specified contract and acknowledges that the contract may be terminated and payment withheld if this certification is inaccurate. The respondent certifies that it does not have a practice, policy, guidance, or directive that discriminates against a firearm entity or firearm trade association and will not discriminate during the term of the contract against a firearm entity or firearm trade association. The respondent certifies that it complies with the requirements of the state risk and authorization management program. The payment of money by TDCJ or the state under any provisions hereof is contingent upon the availability of funds appropriated by the legislature. Any terms and conditions attached to an offer will not be considered unless specifically referred to on this