Dps Hat, Straw, Western, 3.5 Inch Brim, Texas Tan, 10X Genuine Handwoven Shantung, Dps… and 20 more items

The State of Texas Department of Public Safety issued a purchase order to The Townsend Group, Inc., a contractor based in Rockport, Texas, on July 31, 2026. The contract, identified as 26315728 under the Term Contract vehicle, has a cumulative value of $79,680.64. The procurement consists of 627 Resistol brand straw western hats in Texas Tan color, featuring 3.5-inch brims and 10X genuine handwoven Shantung material, with Department of Public Safety customizations and seals. The hats are available in multiple sizes ranging from 6 5/8 to 7 5/8 inches and in Regular, Long, and Extra-Long oval configurations. All units are priced uniformly at $126.88 each across 21 line items with varying quantities.

Delivery of the entire order is designated for the Department of Public Safety General Stores facility located at 5805 North Lamar Boulevard in Austin, Texas, with a scheduled delivery date of November 30, 2026, allowing for a 120-day fulfillment window from the award date. The procurement is managed by the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts' Statewide Procurement Division, with Sheena Moran designated as the agency purchaser. Invoicing and contract administration inquiries are to be directed to APInvoices@dps.texas.gov and sheena.moran@dps.texas.gov. The State of Texas claims exemption from applicable federal excise taxes and state and local sales taxes under Texas Tax Code Section 151.309(4).