Salsa, Mild Chunky, Shelf Stable, 1 Gallon Container, 4/CS, Plus Freight Order Less than 10 Cases

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice, Institutional Division (TDCJ) awarded contract 393-S1 to WorkQuest Inc., an Austin-based contractor, for the supply and delivery of mild chunky shelf-stable salsa. The purchase order, issued September 17, 2026, specifies 1,152 cases of salsa in 1-gallon containers (packaged at four containers per case) at a unit price of $39.14 per case. The contract cumulative value totals $45,089.28. Primary delivery is scheduled for the Snyder Distribution Center in Snyder, Texas, with billing directed to TDCJ Accounts Payable in Huntsville, Texas. The approved delivery timeframe is 30 days from the award date, with a scheduled delivery completion date of October 19, 2026.

WorkQuest Inc. is responsible for providing comprehensive documentation with bills of lading and invoices that include the Smart Buy purchase order number, delivery location, itemized descriptions, quantities, and pricing details. The State of Texas claims exemption from sales and excise taxes under Texas Tax Code Section 151.309(4). The purchasing agent overseeing the contract award is Leslie Bowers at TDCJ, with delivery coordination managed by Mollie Earnest and Misti Dibble at the Snyder Distribution Center.