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

The Texas Department of Public Safety awarded a term contract to WorkQuest, Inc., for the supply of office materials, specifically writing and marking instruments. The contract, effective March 5, 2026, through November 30, 2026, encompasses the procurement of permanent fine-tip markers, multi-colored highlighters in blister pack format, and yellow chisel-tip highlighters composed of 100% recycled material. The total contract value is $87.68. Performance of services involves delivery to Weslaco, Texas, with billing directed to the Department of Public Safety Accounts Payable office in Austin, Texas. WorkQuest, Inc., is based in Austin, Texas, and maintains vendor identification number 17419760511.

The purchase order, designated PO No. 26212834, was processed through the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts Statewide Procurement Division under Term Contract 620-S1. The line items total three categories of supplies: six dozen permanent fine-tip markers at $7.88 per dozen ($47.28 extended); four packages of multi-colored highlighters at $4.80 per package ($19.20 extended); and two dozen yellow chisel-tip highlighters at $10.60 per dozen ($21.20 extended). The procurement qualifies under Texas Government Code Section 2155.138, which prioritizes goods offered for sale to state agencies by blind or visually impaired persons. Standard delivery was established at 14 days from the order date, with an expected delivery date of March 19, 2026.