General Office Supplies

The State of Texas Health & Human Services Commission (Agency 529) awarded a term contract to Staples Contract & Commercial LLC for the provision of general office supplies. The contract, designated as Term 26159385, became effective on January 27, 2026, with a completion date of December 31, 2027. The initial purchase order, valued at approximately $52, procures 20 packages of Alliance Rubber Reusable Solutions Multi-Purpose #117B Rubber Bands (7-inch, non-latex, assorted colors, 50 bands per package) at $2.59 per package.

The place of performance for the initial order is the Abilene State Supported Living Center in Abilene, Texas. The goods are scheduled for delivery within three days after receipt of order, with an initial delivery date of January 30, 2026. The contract is procured under Texas Tax Code Section 151.309(4), which exempts the State of Texas from Federal Excise Taxes and state and city sales taxes. The purchase order was submitted by George Mills of the Health & Human Services Commission, with invoicing directed to Hailey Shirley, Regional Business Manager.