Shovel, Square, 16 Ga, D-Grip Wood Handle, Plus Freight included and 3 more items

WorkQuest Inc., an Austin-based contractor, was awarded a purchase order (27004494) by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, Institutional Division on September 29, 2026, under the statewide term contract 445-S1 managed through the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts. The contract, valued at $724.44, covers the procurement of grounds maintenance equipment consisting of 24 individual items across four line categories: six square shovels (16 gauge, D-grip wood handle) at $18.27 each; six round shovels (16 gauge, straight wood handle, 48 inches) at $27.34 each; six heavy-duty spring rakes with aluminum handles (54 inches) at $41.24 each; and six level head bow rakes with wood handles (66 inches) at $33.89 each. All pricing includes freight, except where specified as less than $500.

Delivery is directed to Jester III Unit Supply in Richmond, Texas, with an expected delivery date of November 13, 2026, representing a 45-day delivery window from the purchase order date. The procurement is billed to Texas Department of Criminal Justice Accounts Payable in Huntsville, Texas. The State claims sales tax exemption under Texas Tax Code Section 151.309(4), and all delivered items must be marked with tracking number EF051628/R7193549.