General Office Supplies

The Texas Health & Human Services Commission (Agency 529) awarded a term contract to Staples Contract & Commercial LLC for general office supplies effective February 19, 2026, through December 31, 2027. The initial purchase order (PO No. 26210820) totals $118.20 and comprises two product lines: Avery Heavy Duty 2-inch 3-Ring View Binders in Chartreuse (10 units at $9.09 each) and Avery Big Tab Insertable Paper Dividers with 8 tabs in white (15 sets at $1.82 each). Performance of this contract is directed to the San Angelo State Supply and Logistics Center Warehouse in Carlsbad, Texas, with billing through the Abilene State Supply and Logistics Center.

The products are sourced through Staples Contract & Commercial LLC under Texas Contract 615-C1, with manufacturer Essendant providing the supplies. Delivery was scheduled for February 23, 2026, within a three-day delivery window. The purchase qualifies for exemption from state and city sales taxes under Texas Tax Code Section 151.309(4) as goods acquired for exclusive use by the State of Texas. The contract structure is classified as a term contract, establishing an ongoing procurement relationship for office supplies beyond the initial purchase order.