5-IFB Formal - FY27 Tactical Apparel.pdf

FY27 Tactical Apparel - IFB# 302-27-254341 Page 1 of 13 Revised September 6, 2026

Office of the Attorney General Invitation for Bids

FY27 Tactical Apparel A Response to this Invitation for Bid must be received on or before the deadline specified below:

Reference Number: 302-27-254341 Published on: 09/30/2026

NIGP Class/Item: 530-65, 625-26, 680-08, 680-10

Bid Submission deadline: October 15, 2026 @ 2:00 PM CST

RESPONDING VENDOR/CONTRACTOR: (to be completed by Vendor) Vendor Name:

Address:

City, State Zip:

Phone No.:

Fax No.:

E-mail address:

Vendor Identification (VID) No.:

Submit Responses via Bonfire at: https://texasoag.bonfirehub.com/opportunities/254341

General instruction: Pricing must remain good for 60 days from the response deadline as indicated in section

5.5 Schedule of Events of this IFB. All associated charges related to the equipment delivery must be provided on this form. NOTE: (1) Late responses may not be considered, (2) award(s) will be made in the best interest of the State, and (3) Vendor must specify if quoting all or none.

The Vendor’s authorized agent must sign below. By signing this document, the Vendor acknowledges that all information contained in the document is true and correct and that Vendor agrees to comply with all terms and conditions of this document. Failure to sign will disqualify this bid. By signing this bid, Vendor certifies that if a Texas address is shown as the address of the Vendor the Vendor qualifies as a Texas Bidder as defined in section 2155.444(c) of the Texas Government Code.

Signature Title Date https://texasoag.bonfirehub.com/opportunities/254341

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1. Negotiation, exception, and assumptions

Negotiations are generally not allowed under the IFB procurement method. In the rare cases where negotiations are permitted, they must be limited in scope and cannot result in any material changes to the advertised scope of work or specifications. Bidders should not submit exceptions to this IFB, as doing so may lead to disqualification. No changes to a Response are allowed after the submission deadline.

Responses must not include any assumptions. Including assumptions may result in disqualification. If a Respondent has questions or needs clarification about any part of this IFB, including its Forms or Attachments, those questions must be submitted in accordance with Section 6.2 Communication.

2. Background

The Texas Office of the Attorney General’s (OAG) Criminal Investigation Division (CID) is a statewide law enforcement branch composed of more than 100 Peace Officers who support local and county agencies with investigative and prosecutorial assistance. CID investigators routinely work in unpredictable, high‑risk, and potentially violent environments that demand modern tools and methods to ensure both officer and public safety.

3. Overview

The Office of the Attorney General on behalf of the Criminal Investigation Division (CID) is issuing this Invitation for Bid to establish a contract for Tactical Apparel with a single qualified vendor.

Prices quoted in response to this IFB shall be considered firm by the OAG. Bid prices may not be altered, amended or negotiated by the vendor after the bid opening, except to correct mathematical errors in extensions.

The OAG is a tax-exempt government agency.

Award(s), if any, shall be made to the bidder providing the best value conforming to the advertised specifications, in accordance with Texas Government Code, Title 10, Subtitle D, Section 2156.007.

4. Definitions

When capitalized, the following terms have the meaning set forth below. All other terms have the meaning set forth in the Merriam Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary, Eleventh edition.

Table 1: Terms and Definitions

Terms Definition Addendum or Addenda: A written clarification or revision to the Invitation for Bid issued by the

Office of the Attorney General. Respondents must acknowledge receipt of any addenda with their response submission.

Amendment: The final written agreement signed and dated by the Office of the Attorney General and any Respondent(s) selected for an award as a result of this Invitation for Bid subsequent to the effective date of the Contract, which amends, changes, extends, modifies, or revises the Contract.

After Receipt of Order

(ARO):

After Receipt of Order.

Bid: The response submitted by a Respondent to the Office of the Attorney General as a result of this IFB.

Business Days: Monday through Friday, except for federal, state, and legal holidays observed by the State of Texas.

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Terms Definition Central Time (CT): Central standard time (CST) or central daylight time (CDT), as is then prevailing, in Austin, Texas.

Centralized Master Bidders List (CMBL):

An online repository of vendors utilized by public procurement professionals to solicit bidding opportunities.

Certified Texas Contract Developer (CTCD):

The state-recognized credential managed by the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts (CPA), authorizing state employees and qualifying contractors to draft solicitations, negotiate terms, and develop state contracts that are required to be posted to the Electronic State Business Daily.

Certified Texas Contract Manager (CTCM):

The state-recognized credential administered by the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts (CPA), certifying that a professional is qualified to manage post-award government contracts, enforce compliance, and approve payments on behalf of Texas state agencies.

Contract:

The final written agreement, including all attachments, the bid(s) of any Respondent(s), any appendices, final offers, amendments to the IFB, schedules, or special provisions incorporated into the contract, signed and dated by the Office of the Attorney General and the Respondent(s) selected for an award as a result of this IFB.

Contract Manager:

A person designated by the Office of the Attorney General or Contractor responsible for invoicing and payment under the Contract and for monitoring the overall progress of the scope of work required by the Contract. Either party may designate the same individual to be both the Contract Manager and the Project Manager.

Contractor: Any Respondent awarded a contract as a result of this IFB.

Days: Calendar days, unless otherwise specified.

Deliverables: Any goods or services that must be provided under the Contract.

Department: The Office of the Attorney General.

Effective Date: The date the Office of the Attorney General’s Deputy Commissioner or duly authorized designee signs and dates a Contract resulting from this IFB.

Electronic Information Resources (EIS) Accessibility:

Provides technology, electronic information, and services through multiple ways so that access is not contingent on a single sense or ability.

Electronic State Business Daily (ESBD):

The Electronic State Business Daily is an online application used to post IFBs, inform vendors of procurement opportunities, and provide public notice of contract awards.

The ESBD is available online at: http://www.txsmartbuy.com/esbd

Euna Solutions (Bonfire): Cloud-based strategic sourcing and procurement platform that will be used to house all documents and correspondence related to this Solicitation.

Fiscal Year (FY): State agencies fiscal year is September 1st through August 31st.

Headquarters (HQ): The place or building serving as the managerial and administrative center of an organization.

Invitation for Bid (IFB): The formal procurement method used to solicit bids from potential vendors for a specific product or service.

http://www.txsmartbuy.com/esbd

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Terms Definition Occupational Safety and Health Administration

(OSHA):

The federal agency that sets and enforces workplace safety standards.

Party or Parties: Either the Office of the Attorney General or Respondent, separately or collectively.

Portable Document Format

(PDF):

A file format that provides an electronic image of text or text and graphics that looks like a printed document and can be viewed.

Project: The purpose, result, or work to be accomplished because of the Contract.

Project Manager: The person assigned by the Office of the Attorney General or Contractor that is responsible for managing the day-to-day work of the Contract.

Purchase Order (PO): A document issued by a customer to a vendor indicating types, quantities, and agreed prices for products or services the vendor will provide to the customer.

Purchase Order Change Notice (POCN):

A formal document issued by OAG to modify existing, approved Purchase order (PO) after it has been sent to supplier. Legally binding amendment.

Respondent: Any person who submits a response to this IFB.

Response: Any formal submission made by a vendor, contractor, or grantee in reply to a government or public entity's solicitation. It serves as an official offer and is the baseline document used to negotiate contracts or award agreements.

Solicitation: This document, along with all other documents referenced and/or attached hereto and posted to the Electronic State Business Daily to solicit responses for the proposed commodities and/or services.

Statement of Work (SOW): A detailed description/outline of the scope of work for this IFB.

Successful Respondent: Refers to any person or entity that submits a bid and is selected for an award pursuant to this IFB. The Successful Respondent(s) hereinafter is called the “Contractor”.

Texas Administrative Code

(TAC):

The Texas Administrative Code contains 17 titles and is a compilation of all state agency rules in Texas. Each title represents a subject category, and related agencies are assigned to the appropriate title.

Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts (CPA):

An elected executive branch position responsible for collecting state tax revenue, estimating state revenue, managing the state treasury, and overseeing the state's financial operations.

Texas Government Code (Tex. Gov't):

The compilation of state laws defining the structure, powers, and procedures of Texas government. It organizes state governance into 12 major titles spanning the legislative, executive, and judicial branches, as well as laws regarding public records, open meetings, ethics, and state employment.

Office of the Attorney General (OAG): The state agency issuing this IFB.

Texas Identification Number System (TINS): A number used to identify entities for tax-related purposes.

Texas State Auditor’s Office

(SAO):

The independent auditor for Texas State Government, providing audit, education, and investigative services to ensure accountability and efficiency in state government operations and reporting findings to the Legislature.

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Terms Definition Vendor Performance Tracking System (VPTS):

The Vendor Performance Tracking System (VPTS) provides the state procurement community with a comprehensive tool for evaluating vendor performance to reduce risk in the contract awarding process.

Veteran Heroes United in Business (VetHUB) Program:

As defined by 34 TAC §§20.281-20.298 and Tex. Gov't Code Ann. §§ 2161.001–2161.253.

Veteran Heroes United in Business (VetHUB) Subcontracting Plan (HSP):

The form that documents a prime contractor's plan to utilize sub-contractors through the Veteran Heroes United in Business (VetHUB) program.

Veteran Heroes United in Business (VetHUB) Subcontracting Plan (HSP) Prime Contractor Progress Assessment Report (PAR):

The form is included with each invoice to track subcontracting payments when a VetHUB Subcontracting Plan is in place.

Voluntary Product Accessibility Template

(VPAT):

A document that vendors use to assess and document how their Information and Communication Technology (ICT) products or services conform to accessibility standards, particularly Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act.

5. Term of Contract

The awarded Contract will be effective on the date the Contract is issued and will expire based on the schedule for delivery of services as outlined in this IFB or by the date or delivery days after receipt of order (ARO) provided by the Bidder.

5.1 Initial Contract Term

Any contract resulting from this IFB will begin upon Date of Award and expire on 08/31/2027.

5.2 Extension Option

The Contractor agrees that the OAG may require continued performance, beyond the initial or any renewal Contract term, of any of the within described services at the rates specified in the Contract, for the purpose of awarding a contract and transitioning services to a new service provider without service disruption. Contractor agrees that OAG may require continued performance for a series of thirty (30) calendar day increments. Such extension of services will be subject to the requirements of the Contract, with the sole and limited exception that the original date of termination will be extended pursuant to this provision. During the Contract transition extensions, the Contractor will be compensated for services for as long as the Contractor is providing such services. Once a service is transitioned from the Contractor to a new service provider, payment to the Contractor will cease. The OAG may exercise this option upon thirty (30) calendar days written notice to the Contractor.

6. Information About the Procurement Process and Subsequent Contract

6.1. Sole Point of Contact

OAG Sole Point of Contact concerning this IFB is:

Rafael Chavez, CTCD, CTCM Procurement and Contract Operations Division Office of the Attorney General Steven.chavez@oag.texas.gov https://texas-sos.appianportalsgov.com/rules-and-meetings?interface=VIEW_TAC https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/?link=GV https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/?link=GV mailto:Steven.chavez@oag.texas.gov

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Respondents must not contact OAG personnel concerning this IFB except as permitted by the Sole Point of Contact listed.

6.2. Communication

General communications concerning this IFB will be distributed to the participating Respondents via https://texasoag.bonfirehub.com/opportunities/254341 and/or email. Each participating Respondent is solely responsible for monitoring the OAG Bonfire portal and email for general OAG communications concerning this IFB.

6.3 Electronic State Business Daily (ESBD) Posting

Per Texas Government Code § 2155.083 and 34 Texas Administrative Code § 20.220, state agencies are required to post contract award notices on the Electronic State Business Daily (ESBD) for procurements exceeding $25,000; therefore, the official contract award notice will be posted to the ESBD. Participating Respondents are solely responsible for monitoring the ESBD for the status of the contract award and will not be contacted individually by the OAG.

It is the responsibility of interested parties to periodically check Euna Solutions (Bonfire) and the Electronic State Business Daily (ESBD) website for updates to this Solicitation before submitting a response.

Respondent’s failure to regularly check Euna Solutions (Bonfire) and the Electronic State Business Daily (ESBD) website will in no way release the selected Respondent (Contractor) from “addenda or additional information,” resulting in additional costs to meet the requirements of this solicitation.

6.4 Questions

Bidder must communicate and ask questions concerning this solicitation, including any of a technical nature, in writing only to the purchaser listed as point of contact (Section 3.1) via bonfire and in accordance with any required deadlines.

Submit all questions regarding this solicitation via Bonfire using the following link:

https://texasoag.bonfirehub.com/opportunities/254341.

The official answer to questions will be published in Bonfire via the following link:

https://texasoag.bonfirehub.com/opportunities/254341.. Questions submitted will be answered at the sole discretion of the OAG. Respondents shall periodically check Bonfire for public questions and answers.

Respondents must ensure they have read, understand, and consider the information as part of its response.

6.5 Procurement Schedule

Activity Due Date IFB Release Date September 30, 2026 Vendor Questions Due October 05, 2026 @ 2:00 PM CT OAG Response to Vendor Questions, if applicable October 08, 2026 Vendor Bid Submission Deadline October 15, 2026 @ 2:00 PM CT

All times listed are Central Time (CT) as then prevailing in Austin, Texas.

6.6 Contract Documents

By submission of an offer, Vendor agrees to be bound by the terms of the IFB, OAG purchase order, and Vendor’s offer. If Vendor’s offer is accepted by OAG, the Contract resulting from this procurement shall be given the following order of precedence and consist of:

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1. The OAG’s purchase order including any exhibits, attachments, forms, and supplements, attached hereto, and incorporated therein; and

2. This IFB including any exhibits, attachments, clarifications, forms, and supplements, attached hereto, and incorporated herein.

3. The Vendor’s offer in response to this IFB.

6.7 Bid Submission Requirements

Bidders must submit the following information with their bid response. Failure to sign and submit all required documents may result in disqualification.

1. Signed Invitation for Bid (page 1)

2. Completed Bonfire Bid Table

3. Vendor Letterhead Quote

4. Completed Recycled Material Questionnaire (page 12)

5. Completed VetHUB Questionnaire (Page 13)

6. Respondent Information Form (Form H)

7. Preference to Texas and United States Products and Texas Services (Form I)

7. Specifications

The OAG is seeking bids from Respondents to provide Tactical Apparel, as further described in Attachment 2 – Specifications.

Catalogs, brand names, or manufacturer’s references are descriptive only and indicate type and quality desired. Responses on brands that meet or exceed the quality of the referenced brand will be considered.

If proposing other than the referenced brand and model number, the Response must include manufacturer, brand, or trade name, product number and provide complete descriptive information of the product offered.

• All parts not specifically mentioned which are necessary to be complete and ready for operation or which are normally furnished as standard equipment must be furnished by the Contractor.

• All materials, equipment, and items furnished under this contract shall be brand new and unused, of recent manufacture, and in excellent condition. Vendor warrants that no refurbished, reconditioned, or previously used items will be supplied without the express prior written consent of the OAG.

8. Pricing

PRICING BID TABLE MUST BE COMPLETED IN BONFIRE

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• Failure to complete the Pricing Table in Bonfire may result in the disqualification of the Response.

Vendors, in addition to the Bid Table, must also submit a letterhead quote.

• Letterhead Quote should include estimated date of arrival of goods after receipt of Order.

• Place a $0 or “no-cost” on pricing table for those items that are available at no cost OR included in the Axon Taser 10 Certification Pro Plan.

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• Shipping shall be FOB destination; therefore, unit prices must include all shipping, handling, fuel surcharges, and delivery fees.

Line Number

Part Number Item Description: Per Attachment 2 – Specifications

UOM Quantity

1 OAK-OO9102-K355 Matte Black Sunglasses with Grey Prizm Lenses EA 70 2 OAK-OO9329-1061 Matte Black Ballistic Shocktube Sunglasses with interchangeable lenses

EA 85

3 511-59395-186 Green High Abrasion Glove EA 85 4 FECH-VTX8842BK-L Black Base Jacket EA 85 5 STG-89610 STG-807X0 Black Book Style Wallet EA 85 6 ZTC-PENGT Black Clip-On Badge Holder, no chain EA 85

SHIPPING

7 Delivered to:

Attn: Receiving 4044 Promontory Point Dr.

STE 2

Austin, TX 78744 Receiving Hours: M-F, 8AM – 11:45AM (lunch) 1PM – 4:45PM

LOT 1

9. Delivery and Acceptance

9.1 Compliant Products

Delivery does not occur until the Contractor delivers products, materials, or services in full compliance with the specifications to Customer’s F.O.B. destination, unless delivery is specifically accepted, in whole or in part, by the Customer. Providing products, materials or services which do not meet all specification requirements does not constitute delivery. Customer reserves the right to require new delivery or a refund in the event that materials or products not meeting specifications are discovered after payment has been made.

9.2 Acceptance

All equipment ordered will be subject to acceptance inspection and performance testing upon receipt.

Acceptance inspection and performance testing will not take more than five (5) working days, weather permitting. Vendor will be notified within this time frame of any units not delivered in full compliance with the purchase order specifications.

10. Evaluation Criteria

Evaluation of Bids will begin as soon as practical after receipt. OAG shall not be obligated to select the Bidder with the lowest price bus shall make an award to the bidder who provides the best value to the State of Texas.

Bids that are responsive to the IFB will be evaluated using the following criteria:

• Bidder meeting or exceeding the requirements and specifications in accordance with

• this IFB;

• Price and Availability;

• Bidders ability to meet performance delivery requirements;

• Compliance with OAG Terms and Conditions and

• Bidder’s Qualifications, Experience, and Past Performance

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The award will be made to the Bidder whose Response offers the best value to the State based on all factors considered, including price.

11. Award

The OAG has sole discretion and the absolute right to reject any and all offers, terminate, amend, or re-issue this IFB. The OAG reserves the right to remedy technical errors in the IFB process, waive any informalities and irregularities relating to any or all offers, and qualifications submitted in response to this request, and to negotiate modifications necessary to improve the quality or cost effectiveness of services resulting from this IFB. The issuance of this IFB does not constitute a commitment by the OAG to award any contract. The OAG intends to use any material provided in response to this IFB as a means of identifying, selecting, and contracting with an entity offering the best value to the OAG.

11.1 Partial Award

The OAG reserves the right to make a partial award to a vendor, including some, but not all, of the services and deliverables.

12. No Guarantee of Quantity or Service Volume

Quantities listed are projected order quantities. OAG reserves the right to increase or decrease quantities prior to award depending on bid results and budget constraints.

13. Insurance

Unless otherwise specified in this Contract, OAG’s Standard Terms and Conditions or any other exhibit or attachment Contractor will acquire and maintain, for the duration of this Contract, insurance coverage necessary to ensure this Contract’s proper performance and cover any potential liabilities with financially sound and reputable insurers licensed by the Texas Department of Insurance, in the type and amount customarily carried within the industry or as determined by OAG. Contractor will provide evidence of insurance upon request by OAG. If any policy is determined by OAG to be deficient and does not comply with the terms of this Contract, Contractor will secure such additional coverage as required by OAG, law, regulation, or customary practice. If coverage expires during the term of this Contract, Contractor must produce renewal certificates for each type of coverage.

14. Authority

This procurement shall be conducted in accordance with the State Purchasing and General Services Act (Title 10, Subtitle D, and Chapters 2151 through 2176, Texas Government Code) and the rules of the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts (TCPA) Statewide Procurement Division, including, but not limited to, procedures prescribed by the division.

Any amendment to this procurement solicitation will be posted as an addendum on Bonfire and on the Electronic State Business Daily (ESBD). Interested Respondents are responsible for checking Bonfire and the ESBD website for updates to this IFB before submitting a Proposal. A Respondent's failure to periodically check Bonfire and the ESBD website will not release the Successful Respondent from “Addenda or additional information,” resulting in additional costs to meet the IFB requirements.

The complete contract governing this procurement will consist of the provisions in this IFB, including any attachments and supplements, the vendor's bid response, and the Purchase Order (PO), including any addenda issued by the OAG. The provisions of this IFB and those of the PO shall control in the case of any conflict with any of the provisions in the vendor’s bid response, except as otherwise noted on the PO. Bidder shall provide, in its bid response, any proposed agreements that the vendor intends to be part of the contract award.

The OAG may agree to, amend, or reject all or any part of such agreement if doing so would be in the State’s

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15. Public Information Act

It is understood that all Responses will become a part OAG’S official procurement files and will be available for public inspection in accordance with the Texas Public Information Act after Contract award or the procurement has been cancelled.

16. Protest Procedures

Texas Administrative Code, Title 1, Part 15, Chapter 391, Subchapter C provides a formal protest procedure to be used by any Bidder who is allegedly aggrieved in connection with the IFB, evaluation, or award of a contract by OAG.

17. Historically Underutilized Business (VetHUB)

17.1 The Office of the Attorney General of Texas (OAG) is committed to promoting equal opportunity in state contracting and encouraging participation by certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Businesses registered in the State of Texas Vendor HUB Directory (VetHUB) in compliance with Tex. Gov’t Code §§ 2161.001–.253 and 34 Tex. Admin. Code §§ 20.281-20.285 (as amended by the Texas Comptroller’s final emergency rules effective December 2, 2025). Respondents are strongly encouraged to make a good-faith effort to utilize certified VetHub vendors in the performance of any resulting contract. The VetHUB Goal for this procurement is 10%.

17.2 State of Texas VetHUB Certification Application Forms are located at https://www.comptroller.texas.gov/purchasing/vendor/hub/forms.php

17.3 Please ensure that the potential VetHUB subcontractor’s status is “A” (Active).

17.4 The OAG is relying upon the Respondent’s expertise to fully identify subcontracting opportunities that best align with their organization and this RFO. Respondents who intend to subcontract are responsible for identifying all areas that will be subcontracted. In accordance with 34 Tex. Admin.

Code § 20.282, a subcontractor is defined as an entity that contracts with a prime contractor to work or contribute toward completing work for a governmental entity.

17.5 Respondents must complete and return a VetHUB Subcontracting Plan (VetHUB HSP) with it’s

Response to be considered responsive. If the Response does not include a completed VetHUB HSP, the Response shall be rejected as a material failure to comply with advertised specifications.

All prime vendors (VetHUB or Non-VetHUB) are required to comply.

17.6 Additionally, the Contractor must update the VetHUB HSP during the course of the Contract should any changes occur.

17.7 Helpful resources regarding the VetHUB HSP include:

* The VetHUB Subcontracting Plan on the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts website guides the Respondent through the various fields and assists them in completing the HSB correctly:

https://www.comptroller.texas.gov/purchasing/vendor/hub/forms.php

* The Centralized Master Bidders List – VetHUB Directory Search allows Respondents to search for certified VetHUB vendors by NIGP class and item:

https://mycpa.cpa.state.tx.us/tpasscmblsearch/index.jsp.

* NIGP codes can be found in the NIGP Commodity Book:

https://www.comptroller.texas.gov/purchasing/nigp/ https://www.comptroller.texas.gov/purchasing/vendor/hub/forms.php https://www.comptroller.texas.gov/purchasing/vendor/hub/forms.php https://mycpa.cpa.state.tx.us/tpasscmblsearch/index.jsp https://www.comptroller.texas.gov/purchasing/nigp/

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17.8 As a condition for payment and to document compliance with the VetHUB HSP, the Contractor must include the Prime Contractor Progress Assessment Report (PAR) with each invoice submitted. At the same time, the PAR must be submitted to the OAG HUB Coordinator at texashubs@oag.texas.gov (See 34 Tex. Admin. Code § 20.285(g)). All VetHUB and non-VetHUB subcontractors must be listed on the PAR, whether payment is issued to the subcontractors or not.

18 OAG Terms and Conditions

See Attachment 1- Terms and Conditions and Affirmations for this IFB.

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19. Recycled Material Questionnaire

NOTE: Vendor must indicate whether products listed contain recycled material and must check below if preferences are being claimed under Texas Administrative Code, Title 34, Part 1, Chapter 20, Subchapter D, Division 2, Rule 20.306:

Supplies, materials, or equipment: Produced in Texas/offered by Texas Vendors Agricultural products produced or grown in Texas Agricultural products and services offered by Texas Vendors Products offered by a Texas Bidder owned by a Texas resident service-disabled veteran USA Produced supplies, materials, or equipment Products of persons with mental or physical disabilities Products made of recycled, re-manufactured, or environmentally sensitive materials including recycled s Energy efficient products Rubberized asphalt paving material Recycled motor oil and lubricants Products produced at facilities located on formerly contaminated property Products and services from economically depressed or blighted areas Vendors that meet or exceed air quality standards Recycled or Reused Computer Equipment of Other Manufacturers Foods of Higher Nutritional Value

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20. Veteran Heroes United in Business (VetHUB) Questionnaire

Bidder must answer the following questions:

If an award is issued, do you plan to utilize a subcontractor or supplier for any portion of the contract?

____ Yes ____ No

If yes, what percentage of the total award would be subcontracted or supplied by VetHUBs?

If you will be subcontracting any portion of the work of this contract with a State of Texas VetHUB certified vendor, please identify the subcontractor’s contact information and FEIN below (attach an additional sheet if needed):

Work to be Subcontracted:

Subcontractor Name:

FEIN: ____________________________________________________________________________________ Address: __________________________________________________________________________________

Phone/Fax:

Email:

If no, explain below or on a separate document why no subcontracting opportunities are available or what efforts were made to subcontract part of this project.

Are you certified as a Texas VetHUB?

___ Yes ___ No