Pen, Ball Point, Retractable, Bio-Based, Bio-Degradable, 12 Ea/Box, Plus Freight Order Less Than $25

The Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (Agency 608) awarded a term contract to WorkQuest, Inc., an Austin-based office supplies vendor, for the procurement of bio-based, biodegradable retractable ballpoint pens. The contract, designated 620-S1, was executed on April 10, 2026, with a total contract value of $170.60. The purchase order specifies 20 dozen medium-point, black ink pens delivered under Commodity Code 62080058001 at a unit price of $8.53 per dozen, with freight included for orders under $25. The product will be shipped to the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles facility in Fort Worth, Texas, with an expected delivery date of April 24, 2026, representing a 14-day delivery window from order receipt.

The contract term extends from the award date of April 10, 2026, through November 30, 2026. As a state entity procurement, the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles claimed a sales tax exemption under Texas Tax Code Section 151.309(4). The purchasing agent identified on the purchase order is Miguel Alvarez, with delivery coordination through Yazmin Hernandez. This term contract structure allows for potential future orders of the specified supplies during the contract period, contingent upon the state's requirements and contract terms.