Re-Closable Plastic Bags and Can Liners

The Texas State and Local Contract Vehicle 485-A1 is a specialized procurement mechanism for re-closable plastic bags and can liners, targeting government agencies across the state. The contract covers a diverse range of products including plastic bags for document storage, zipper-sealed clear bags, and trash can liners in various sizes ranging from 8-12 gallons to 55-65 gallons. These products are designed to meet the administrative, record-keeping, and waste management needs of Texas state government departments, with specific applications in areas such as vehicle titles and registration, administrative document handling, and facility maintenance.

The vehicle is managed by the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts (CPA) Contract Management division and operates as a term contract from November 1, 2022, to October 31, 2025. Prime contractors include Double First Medical LLC, Central Poly-Bag Corp., Interboro Packaging Corp., and Pollock Paper Distributors, providing comprehensive coverage across the state. The contract's geographic scope is statewide Texas, with a focus on standardized product specifications and competitive pricing. While specific total contract value is not explicitly stated, individual awards demonstrate purchasing ranges from $38 to $23,022 across various state agencies.

The individual awards under this contract exhibit a consistent pattern of moderate-value procurements. Notable IDVs include a $47,890 award to Double First Medical LLC by the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles for 1,000 cases of re-closable plastic bags, and a $23,022 procurement by the same agency for sealed closure bags. Other agencies such as the Texas Department of Transportation, Texas Parks & Wildlife Department, Texas Workforce Commission, and Texas Military Department have also utilized the contract. These awards are structured with specific delivery timeframes, typically 10 days after order receipt, and maintain tax exemption under Texas Tax Code Section 151.309(4). The contract's multiple awards provide state agencies flexible purchasing options for standardized plastic bag and can liner products.