Uniform Accessories, Hats, Caps and Ties - WorkQuest

WorkQuest, Inc., an Austin, Texas-based contractor, was awarded a term contract by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, Institutional Division on February 3, 2026, with a contract value of $4,433.60. The contract covers the supply of full brief white cotton panties with freight included, comprising five line items totaling 290 dozens across varying unit prices ranging from $14.80 to $15.98 per dozen. Delivery is directed to the Southern Region Distribution Center in Rosharon, Texas, with a 45-day delivery window and expected delivery date of March 20, 2026.

The term contract was established with a completion date of November 30, 2026, though the initial purchase order was issued for February 2026 delivery. The items are categorized under commodity code 20186 within the uniform accessories classification, consistent with the contract's stated purpose of supplying uniform-related goods. The State of Texas claimed exemption from federal excise taxes and state and city sales taxes under Texas Tax Code Section 151.309(4), with internal purchasing agency coordination through the Criminal Justice Coordination Division and delivery management assigned to designated state representatives.