Sewing Accessories and Supplies

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice, Institutional Division (TDCJ-ID) awarded a term contract to Ragold Corporation, located in Newport Beach, California, for the supply of specialized sock yarn. The contract, designated as Term 26209203, was awarded on February 6, 2026, with a cumulative value of $64,429.00. The primary line item consists of 38,000 pounds of gray, open-end sock yarn manufactured by Parkdale, specified as a 12/1 twist with a 90% cotton and 10% polyester composition. The unit price is $1.6955 per pound. The yarn is designated for manufacturing applications at the Hughes Unit Garment Factory in Gatesville, Texas, which serves as the place of performance and delivery location.

The contract represents a term agreement with a delivery date of March 18, 2026, approximately 40 days from the award date of February 6, 2026. Billing and administrative oversight are directed to the TDCJ Accounts Payable office in Huntsville, Texas, with primary contact coordination through Carla Stover. The State of Texas has claimed a sales tax exemption under Texas Tax Code Section 151.309(4) based on the materials' exclusive use by a state entity. This procurement supports the sock manufacturing operations conducted within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice institutional facilities.