Water Cooler, 2 Gallon, Round, Plastic, Handles/Spout/Lid

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice, Institutional Division (Agency 696) awarded a purchase order to WorkQuest Inc. on October 8, 2026, for the procurement of potable water coolers. The contract, designated 27006252, calls for delivery of ten 2-gallon round plastic water coolers equipped with handles, spouts, and lids at a unit price of $39.11 each. The total contract value is $391.10. WorkQuest Inc. is located at 1011 East 53 1/2 Street, Austin, Texas 78751, and the procurement is classified as a term contract under National Institute of Governmental Purchasing commodity code 45087. The delivery destination is Hilltop Unit Supply in Gatesville, Texas, with shipment scheduled for October 15, 2026, representing a 7-day delivery timeline from the order date.

The purchase order was processed through the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts Statewide Procurement Division under the representation of Yolanda Aleman and billed to Texas Department of Criminal Justice Accounts Payable in Huntsville, Texas. The State of Texas has claimed exemption from federal excise taxes and sales taxes under Texas Tax Code Section 151.309(4), as the equipment is designated for exclusive use by a state agency. This procurement supports operational requirements at the Hilltop Unit correctional facility.