Food, Perishable - WorkQuest

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) awarded a term contract to WorkQuest, Inc., an Austin-based supplier, for the provision of perishable food items and general supplies. The contract, effective February 6, 2026, through November 30, 2026, carries a cumulative value of $13,037.14. Products supplied under this award include bottled water (1,584 cases at $4.69 per case), sugar-free soft drink mix in two separate line items totaling 40 cases at $53.08 per case, Rayovac Ultra Pro 9V batteries (2 cases at $310.89 per case), and toilet paper with recycled content (60 cases at $47.72 per case). Delivery is scheduled to the Terrell Statehouse Warehouse in Terrell, Texas, with shipments occurring between February 11 and March 9, 2026.

The contract encompasses multiple sourcing arrangements leveraging existing state term contracts, with freight charges included in the pricing structure for most line items. The purchase order, managed by HHSC Buyer Carlos M Mojica under internal tracking number HHSTX-6-0000394823, qualifies for state sales tax exemption under Texas Tax Code Section 151.309(4). The supplies are classified as general tangible personal property for state use, with delivery windows ranging from 5 to 30 days following order placement.