Office Supplies: Pens, Pencils, Erasers, Inks, Etc. - WorkQuest

The Texas Veterans Commission (Agency 403) awarded a term contract to WorkQuest, Inc. for the supply of office supplies, specifically ballpoint pens. The contract, designated as Term 26158444, was executed on January 21, 2026, with a cumulative value of $28.18. The period of performance extends from the award date through November 30, 2026. The contract encompasses the procurement of Rocket EZ ballpoint retractable pens with soft grip in both fine and medium point sizes, along with associated transportation and freight charges for orders under $25.00.

Performance and delivery activities are centered in Texas, with billing directed to the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts' Statewide Procurement Division in Austin, and shipment designated for the Texas Veterans Commission office in San Antonio with delivery contact Elaine Samuel. The initial purchase order (No. 26158444) specifies delivery on February 2, 2026, with an estimated delivery window of 10 days from order placement. The procurement is structured as a tax-exempt state purchase under Texas Tax Code Section 151.309(4), exempting the transaction from Federal Excise Taxes and applicable state and local sales taxes.