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 specialized food products for institutional commissary use. The contract, identified as 26105519, specifically covers the acquisition of beef chili without beans, with stringent nutritional specifications including low sodium content (≤700 mg per pouch) and a minimum of 40% meat composition. The initial purchase order calls for 300 cases, with each case containing 24 items of 11.25 ounces, delivered to the Beeville, TX commissary location.

The contract, valued at $11,151.00, was executed on December 23, 2025, with a delivery date of January 6, 2026. The purchase is tax-exempt under Texas Tax Code, Section 151.309(4), as the goods are for exclusive use by the State of Texas. The unit price is established at $37.17 per case, with the product manufactured by Brushy Creek. The contract type is designated as a term contract, suggesting potential for multiple or ongoing purchases within a specified timeframe, supporting the commissary operations of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice's Institutional Division.