General Office Supplies

The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) awarded a term contract to Staples Contract & Commercial LLC for general office supplies, specifically procuring a Staples 18" Stainless Steel Ruler with a Non-Slip Cork Base. The contract, identified as 25213197, was executed on August 7, 2025, with a performance period extending through December 31, 2027. The specific line item purchased involves one ruler at a unit price of $3.53, to be delivered to Maria Camacho at 510 East Pierce Street in Luling, Texas.

The procurement is processed through the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts - Statewide Procurement Division, with invoices to be submitted electronically to APInvoices@dps.texas.gov. The contract benefits from a state and city sales tax exemption under Texas Tax Code, Section 151.309(4), as the property is secured for exclusive state use. The purchase order (PO No. 25213197) specifies a delivery timeline of three days after receipt of order, with the anticipated delivery date of August 11, 2025. The total contract value is reported as three dollars, suggesting this may be a minimal or sample procurement under a broader term contract for office supplies.