3-01. IW258287 rev.pdf

This is a blanket purchase order solicitation issued by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) for the procurement of yellow cornbread mix to be delivered to multiple TDCJ facilities across Texas. The solicitation supports multiple awards to qualified vendors. Bids are due on July 28, 2026, and responses must be time-stamped at the designated office by the specified deadline; late or unsigned responses will be rejected. All responses must include the respondent's Texas Identification Number and Federal Employer Identification Number on the response face. TDCJ reserves the right to make awards based on low line-item responses, low total responses, or any combination serving the state's best interests. The contract may be extended up to three months at TDCJ's sole discretion.

Unit prices must be quoted F.O.B. destination with freight prepaid and allowed, and prices must remain firm for TDCJ's acceptance for 30 days from the response due date. Unit prices govern in case of extension errors. All goods are subject to inspection and testing by TDCJ personnel, with vendors bearing all costs if products fail to meet specifications. Purchases for state use are exempt from state and federal sales and excise taxes, with TDCJ providing tax exemption certificates upon request. Respondents must certify compliance with E-Verify employment eligibility requirements, non-debarment status, antitrust law compliance, and child support obligation status. Additional certifications include compliance with Texas boycott requirements, non-discrimination against firearm entities, prohibition on vaccine passport requirements, and federal and state occupational safety and health standards. The contract is subject to termination for non-appropriation or unavailability of funds, with TDCJ providing 30 days' written notice for termination for convenience.