General Office Supplies

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), located in Texas, has awarded a term contract (26000240) to ODP Business Solutions, LLC for general office supplies. The contract, effective from September 4, 2025, to December 31, 2027, covers the procurement of specific writing instruments, including Bic Round Stic Ballpoint Pens and Paper Mate Gel Pens. The initial purchase order encompasses two line items: 2 dozen Bic Round Stic Ballpoint Pens (Medium Point, 1.0 Mm, Translucent Barrel, Blue Ink) at a unit price of $1.74, and 2 dozen Paper Mate Gel Pens (Profile Retractable, 0.7Mm, Black) at a unit price of $8.36.

The contract's cumulative value is reported as twenty dollars, with the initial purchase order totaling $20.20. The order is specifically for TxDOT's internal use, with delivery scheduled to the Fort Worth office. The State of Texas is exempt from federal excise taxes, and the purchase is made under a state sales tax exemption certificate. The procurement follows standard government contracting protocols, with specific NIGP (National Institute of Governmental Purchasing) codes assigned to each item, ensuring precise categorization and tracking of the office supply acquisition.