Shovel, Square, 16 Ga, D-Grip Wood Handle, Plus Freight included

WorkQuest, Inc., an Austin, Texas-based contractor, was awarded a term contract by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, Institutional Division (TDCJ) on April 14, 2026, for the procurement of hand tools and accessories. The contract, designated as 26240975, carries a cumulative value of $109.62 and is scheduled for completion by November 30, 2026. Performance is centered at the C.T. Terrell Unit Supply facility in Rosharon, Texas, with billing directed to TDCJ's Accounts Payable office in Huntsville, Texas. The procurement was processed through the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts Statewide Procurement Division.

The specific deliverable consists of six square-point shovels, 16-gauge construction with D-grip wood handles, at a unit price of $18.27 each with freight included. The expected delivery date is May 29, 2026, within a 45-day delivery window from the purchase order issuance. All materials must be marked with TDCJ tracking number EE085502/R6243670 for institutional inventory control purposes. As tangible personal property for exclusive use by the State of Texas, the purchase qualifies for exemption from federal excise taxes and state and city sales taxes.