CR2 3V 8/PK industrial lith batt and 1 more item

On March 25, 2026, Texas State University (Agency 754) awarded a purchase order to Sid Tool Co., Inc., doing business as MSC Industrial Supply Co., located in Davidson, North Carolina, for the procurement of industrial lithium batteries. The contract, designated TXMAS-25-45003, encompasses CR2 3V 8-pack industrial lithium battery units classified under National Institute of Governmental Purchasing Code 45006. The prime contractor was issued a total order value of $43.38, consisting of two line items for the battery product, with the first unit priced at $43.38 and the second unit at no cost.

The purchase order represents a one-time procurement transaction executed by the Texas State University purchasing office through the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts - Statewide Procurement Division. As a state entity, Texas State University claimed exemption from federal excise taxes and state and city sales taxes under Texas Tax Code Section 151.309(4), given the materials' designation for exclusive use by the State of Texas or a Texas political subdivision. The contract reflects a minimal-value offline sale purchase order with performance and delivery requirements consistent with standard industrial supply procurement practices.