Food, Staples - WorkQuest

WorkQuest, Inc. has been awarded a term contract by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice's Institutional Division (contract number 25108616) for the procurement of various herbs, spices, and seasonings. The contract, effective from April 9, 2025, through November 30, 2026, covers an extensive range of culinary products classified under multiple UNSPSC codes, including dried herbs (such as chervil, oregano, and basil), seasoning mixes, raw spices like nutmeg, and both dried and frozen organic herbs including recao, epazote, sage, and mint.

The contract, with a reported cumulative value of $237, falls under the NIGP code 39380 for Spices, Herbs, Seasonings, and Starches. The awarded contract encompasses a diverse product portfolio spanning 27 specific UNSPSC-coded items, ranging from canned bay leaves to frozen organic herbs, suggesting a comprehensive supply arrangement for the Texas Department of Criminal Justice's institutional food service requirements. The specificity of the UNSPSC and NIGP codes indicates a precise, meticulously defined procurement strategy targeting specific culinary ingredient categories.