Uniform Accessories - Hats and Caps

The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) awarded a term contract to The Townsend Group, Inc. for the procurement of customized Western-style felt hats. The contract, identified as 26006285, was issued on October 14, 2025, with a total contract value of $1,085.58. The order consists of six hats in Ranch Tan color, specifically three hats with a 4-inch brim (size 7 5/8) and three hats with a 3.5-inch brim (size 7 3/4), all manufactured by Resistol and customized for the Department of Public Safety.

The contract is structured as a term contract through the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts - Statewide Procurement Division. Each hat is priced at $180.93, with a unit of measure of "Each" and a total quantity of six units. The delivery is scheduled for October 15, 2025, with a 180-day delivery window after receipt of order. The purchase is tax-exempt under Texas Tax Code, Section 151.309(4), as the property is being secured for the exclusive use of the State of Texas. The contract appears to be specifically for uniform accessories, focusing on specialized headwear for DPS personnel.