Cobalt Powder-Free Nitrile Examination Gloves, Microflex - N193 89500-622 and 1 more item

The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) awarded a contract to VWR International, LLC through the Texas Multiple Award Schedule (TXMAS) on October 9, 2025. The procurement involves two primary line items: 5 porcelain mortars and pestles (47 x 70 mm) priced at $21.43 each, totaling $107.15, and 7 cases of Cobalt Powder-Free Nitrile Examination Gloves (Microflex N193) from Ansell Healthcare at $90.66 per case, totaling $634.62. The total contract value is $741.77, with a delivery timeline of 7 days and a scheduled delivery date of October 16, 2025.

The contract was awarded as a Best Value procurement in accordance with Texas Government Code, with the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts - Statewide Procurement Division managing the solicitation. VWR International, LLC, based in Radnor, Pennsylvania, is the prime contractor, with billing addressed to their Accounts Payable in Austin, Texas. The state claims tax exemption under Texas Tax Code, Section 151.309(4), for these items secured for exclusive state use. The purchase order (PO No. 26005763) was issued directly by the Texas Department of Public Safety, with Cori Knupp serving as the agency purchaser.