Pesticides, Surfactants, and Herbicides

Nutrien Ag Solutions, Inc. was awarded a term contract by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, Institutional Division (Contract 675-A2) on September 22, 2025, for the procurement of agricultural chemicals. The contract, valued at $1,848.00, specifically covers the acquisition of cotton defoliant manufactured by Loveland, with a total order of 4 cases at $462.00 per case. The purchase order is for the Ellis Unit Farm Office located in Huntsville, Texas, and is processed through the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts' Statewide Procurement Division.

The contract period of performance extends from the award date of September 22, 2025, to March 31, 2026, with an initial delivery scheduled for September 24, 2025. The cotton defoliant will be used for leaf removal prior to harvesting at the state facility. The order is tax-exempt under Texas Tax Code, Section 151.309(4), as the materials are secured for exclusive use by the State of Texas. The procurement demonstrates a targeted agricultural supply acquisition for the Texas Department of Criminal Justice's institutional operations.