General Office Supplies

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), located in Austin, Texas, has awarded a term contract (25193831) to Staples Contract & Commercial LLC for general office supplies. The contract, effective from July 24, 2025, through December 31, 2027, represents a procurement vehicle for state agency office supply needs. The initial purchase order demonstrates the contract's scope, specifically acquiring Duracell Coppertop AAA Alkaline Batteries at a unit price of $23.35 per 24-pack.

The contract, processed through the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts' Statewide Procurement Division, exhibits a straightforward transactional framework with a minimal initial order value. The purchase order (No. 25193831) indicates a three-day delivery timeframe after receipt of order (ARO), with a specific delivery date of July 28, 2025. The procurement is notable for its tax-exempt status under Texas Tax Code Section 151.309(4), which applies to state and local government procurement activities. The prime contractor, Staples Contract & Commercial LLC, based in Framingham, Massachusetts, will serve as the primary vendor for TxDOT's office supply requirements during the contract period.