Cafeteria Food Products

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice, Institutional Division (TDCJ) awarded a term contract to Shaver Foods LLC, located in Fayetteville, Arkansas, for the supply of cafeteria food products. The contract, designated 300-CF and issued on February 27, 2026, encompasses the delivery of liquid shortening in 35-pound containers to support institutional food service operations. The specific purchase order (26212219) calls for 1,200 containers of liquid shortening at a unit price of $33.45 per container, with delivery scheduled to the Wynne Food Service Warehouse in Huntsville, Texas, by March 30, 2026. Acceptable manufacturers include Riceland, Old World, Golden Chef, Super Chef, and Chef's Pride.

The contract carries a cumulative value of $40,140.00 and extends through August 31, 2026. All delivery logistics are coordinated through the Wynne Food Service Warehouse in Huntsville, Texas, with advance scheduling required 24 hours prior to delivery. The State of Texas is exempt from federal excise taxes and sales taxes under Texas Tax Code Section 151.309(4). This procurement was processed through the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts' Statewide Procurement Division, with Heather Coleman serving as the primary purchasing contact for the TDCJ Institutional Division.