Liquid herbicide for selective broad-spectrum weed control.

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice, Institutional Division (Agency 696) awarded a term contract to Nutrien Ag Solutions, Inc., based in College Station, Texas, for the procurement of liquid herbicide for selective broad-spectrum weed control. The specific product is a Bayer-manufactured herbicide (Model 524-659) delivered in a single tote container at a unit price of $5,512.50. The contract was awarded on March 25, 2026, with a cumulative contract value of $5,512.50. Performance of the contract occurred across multiple locations: billing to Texas Department of Criminal Justice Accounts Payable in Huntsville, Texas, and delivery to the Pack I Unit Farm Office in Navasota, Texas, with an expected delivery date of March 27, 2026 (two days after receipt of order).

This term contract falls under Contract 675-A2 and is classified as a pesticide, surfactant, and herbicide procurement. The Texas Department of Criminal Justice claimed an exemption from state and city sales taxes under Texas Tax Code Section 151.309(4), as the property was acquired for exclusive use by a state agency. The contract completion date was established as March 31, 2026. Catherine Cain served as the agency purchaser, while Tanna Tyson was identified as the point of contact for the contractor.