Food Products, Commissary

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Institutional Division has awarded a term contract to Keefe Group, LLC for the procurement of Maruchan Ramen Noodles for its commissary operations. The contract, identified as 26000200, was awarded on September 4, 2025, with a completion date of August 31, 2025. The specific order involves 6,960 cases of low sodium, chili-flavored ramen noodles, with each case containing 24 items of 3-ounce portions, targeting Delivery Zone 5 in Huntsville, Texas.

The contract has a cumulative value of $57,698.40, with a unit price of $8.29 per case and a minimum order requirement of 100 cases. The purchase order stipulates a 14-day delivery timeline after receipt (ARO), with a scheduled delivery date of September 18, 2025. The order is processed through the TDCJ Accounts Payable department and is tax-exempt under Texas Tax Code Section 151.309(4). The ramen noodles are specified as having 25% less sodium than regular varieties, indicating a potential focus on providing healthier food options within the correctional facility's commissary system.