Shortening, Liquid. Ctr: 35 Lb. Ctr. Delv To Area 3. Min Order 1200 Ctr. Part Numbers: 40108005…

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice, Institutional Division (TDCJ-ID) awarded a purchase order valued at $82,392.00 to Shaver Foods LLC, an Arkansas-based food supplier, on July 9, 2026. The contract calls for delivery of 2,400 containers of liquid shortening, with each container containing 35 pounds at a unit price of $34.33 per container. The shortening procurement falls under the statewide term contract 300-CF and is governed by specifications permitting acceptable manufacturers including Riceland, Old World, Golden Chef, Super Chef, and Chef's Pride, with designated part numbers for quality assurance.

Performance of the contract centers on logistics and fulfillment to the Texas Department of Criminal Justice system. Delivery is directed to the Snyder Distribution Center in Snyder, Texas, with an expected delivery date of August 10, 2026 (30 days from the order date). Billing is processed through TDCJ-Accounts Payable in Huntsville, Texas. As a state purchase, the contract is exempt from federal excise taxes and sales taxes. The contractor is required to coordinate delivery scheduling with the warehouse 24 hours prior to delivery and provide specified documentation on bills of lading and invoices to complete transaction requirements.