Badges, Name Plates and Commendation/Award Bars, Law Enforcement

The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) awarded a term contract to Central Police Supply, LTD. of Houston, Texas for the procurement of specialized law enforcement badges. The contract, identified as Term 26157336, was issued on January 13, 2026, with a cumulative value of $16,373.63. The order encompasses four distinct badge types to be delivered to the TXDPS General Stores in Austin, TX: 93 24-karat gold-plated wallet badges, 89 24-karat gold-plated breast badges, 27 nickel-plated wallet badges, and 116 nickel-plated breast badges.

The contract has a 60-day delivery period, with a scheduled delivery date of March 16, 2026. Unit prices range from $45.99 to $53.83, depending on the badge type and plating. The purchase is processed through the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts' Statewide Procurement Division and is tax-exempt under Texas Tax Code, Section 151.309(4), as the items are for exclusive use by the State of Texas. The badges will be manufactured by Blackinton and delivered to the DPS facility located at 5805 N. Lamar Blvd. in Austin, Texas.