How to bid on the Building G generator replacement for Texas DPS

What DPS is buying

The Texas Department of Public Safety is seeking proposals to remove the existing generator and install, configure, and test a replacement at DPS Headquarters, Building G, in Austin. The work must follow the approved construction documents, plans, and technical specifications.

The estimated value is $1,032,000. This opportunity may suit construction firms with relevant generator replacement capabilities.

Key dates and the deadline

A pre-proposal site visit is scheduled for November 10, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Central Time at DPS Headquarters, 5805 North Lamar, Building G, Austin, TX 78752. Arrive by 9:45 a.m. to sign in at the Visitor Entrance and enter through Access Point A.

Submit the electronic response by November 19, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Central Time. Late submissions will miss the stated deadline.

Who this opportunity may suit

This solicitation is relevant to construction vendors able to remove existing generator equipment and install, configure, and test a replacement system. Review the plans and technical specifications to assess whether your firm can perform the full scope.

How to respond

Find solicitation 405-27R0002844 on the Texas Electronic State Business Daily. Viewing the posting and document list is public and does not require an account. The posting provides the full documents and response directions.

Submit the electronic response as directed in the posting, either by email to [email protected] or through the DPS Online Bid Room. Include all mandatory proposal materials and information.

Questions must be submitted in writing to Contract Administrator Norma Cervantes or through the DPS Online Bid Room by the question deadline listed in the solicitation.

Prepare a complete, well-supported proposal

Review the construction documents, plans, and technical specifications closely, and use them to define your proposed work, schedule, and pricing. Make sure your response addresses removal, installation, configuration, and testing rather than only supplying equipment.

Attend the site visit if you need to understand the location and existing conditions. Build in time to assemble every required proposal item and submit early enough to confirm your electronic response was sent through the permitted channel.