ESBD_383027_1732661628312_Amendment IW201187.pdf

This is an Amendment No. 1 from the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Contracts and Procurement Department for Bid No. IW201187 for broom handles. The amendment, dated November 26, 2024, extends the bid opening date to December 3, 2024 at 3:00 PM and provides answers to bidders' questions. The specifications call for broom handles that must have a clear finish and can be made of either Southern Yellow Pine or hardwood like Poplar. The handles must be 54" in length with a 1 1/8" diameter (corrected from original 15/16" specification), rounded on one end, and free of knots, splinters, pitch, and imperfections. No tapering or drilling is required, and the moisture content must not exceed 15%.

The amendment includes key clarifications regarding material requirements and dimensional specifications but does not contain specific pricing terms or funding information. Bidders must acknowledge receipt of this amendment for their bid to be considered, either by noting receipt on the face of their bid or by returning a signed copy. A picture of the sample may be provided after award. The procurement appears to be unrestricted with no set-aside designations mentioned. The delivery location is specified as the Ferguson Unit Mop and Broom Factory in Midway, TX.