Hat, Straw, Western, TPWD Customized, Ivory, Black Trim, 4 Inch Brim, 4.125 Inch Crown, Oval, Long…

The Texas Parks & Wildlife Department (TPWD) awarded a term contract to The Townsend Group, Inc., based in Fulton, Texas, for the supply of uniform accessories consisting of customized western straw hats. The contract, identified as 201-A1, was awarded on May 4, 2026, with a contract value of $126.20. The specific deliverable includes one Resistol Model RSKNGT straw hat customized for TPWD use, featuring ivory coloring with black trim, a 4-inch brim, 4.125-inch crown, oval shape in size 7 3/8 (long oval), and classified under NIGP Code 20146.

The period of performance extends 180 days from the award date, with an expected delivery date of November 2, 2026. Performance is to be rendered in Fulton, Texas, with delivery to the TPWD in Texas. The purchase order qualifies for sales tax exemption under Texas Tax Code Section 151.309(4) as a state agency procurement. The contracting organization is the Parks & Wildlife Department (Organization Code 802), with Rebecca Hamilton serving as the purchasing agent and Internal Tracking No. REQ0079374 assigned to the requisition.