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

The State of Texas Department of Public Safety awarded a term contract to WorkQuest, Inc., an Austin-based contractor, for the supply of office supplies, specifically mini ballpoint pens without caps or boots. The contract, designated as Term 26158665, was issued on January 22, 2026, with a completion date of November 30, 2026. The purchase order calls for 50 cartons of ballpoint pens, with each carton containing 100 units, for a cumulative contract value of $798.00. The unit price is $15.96 per carton, classified under National Institute of Governmental Purchasing Code 62080.

The procurement is subject to delivery restrictions limiting shipments to weekdays between 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM at the specified delivery address in Spring, Texas. The anticipated delivery date is February 5, 2026, with an average receipt outstanding period of 14 days. Invoices are to be submitted to the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts - Statewide Procurement Division, with Heather Preas designated as the point of contact for delivery and invoicing matters. The State of Texas has claimed exemption from federal excise taxes and state and local sales taxes under Texas Tax Code Section 151.309(4).