Food Products, Commissary

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice, Institutional Division awarded a term contract to Kawasho Foods USA Inc. for the supply of specialty food products. The contract, designated as 300-CM-18152340602, was awarded on February 17, 2026, with a cumulative value of $51,379.20. The procurement is being fulfilled through the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts' Statewide Procurement Division, with delivery to the Huntsville Commissary Warehouse in Huntsville, Texas, and statewide distribution capabilities required.

The specific deliverable consists of Tuna with Jalapenos that is both Kosher and Halal certified, manufactured by Geisha (MPN 20318), packaged in 3.53-ounce units with 12 packages per case. Kawasho Foods USA Inc. was contracted to supply 5,760 cases at a unit price of $8.92 per case, with a minimum order quantity of 200 cases. The scheduled delivery date is March 3, 2026, with an Arriving Ready to Order timeframe of 14 days from the order date of February 17, 2026. The contract term extends through August 31, 2025, though this completion date precedes the award date, suggesting it may reflect a contract renewal or amendment.