Paper - WorkQuest

WorkQuest, Inc., based in Austin, Texas, was awarded a term contract by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, Institutional Division on February 23, 2026, for the supply of office paper products and related transportation services. The contract, executed under statewide procurement framework 645-S1, requires delivery to the Board of Pardons and Paroles located at 8610 Shoal Creek Boulevard in Austin, Texas. The prime contractor is responsible for supplying Skilcraft brand recycled white bond paper (Premium No. 4, 20-pound, 8.5" x 11" format) in quantities specified by purchase order, along with white glove delivery and liftgate service. The contract period extends from the award date of February 23, 2026, through November 30, 2026.

The contract documents indicate a cumulative value of twenty dollars as listed in the contract summary, though the supporting purchase order (PO No. 26211287) references a substantially higher transaction value of $1,535.80 for 20 cartons of paper at $75.79 per carton, inclusive of transportation and freight charges totaling $420.00. The procurement includes Texas sales tax exemption and establishes tiered pricing structures at various volume thresholds, with scheduled delivery on March 16, 2026. Crystal Gutierrez serves as the agency purchasing contact, with Jonathan Price designated as the delivery recipient.