ESBD_383944_1733344160195_IW204332.pdf

This is an Invitation for Bids (IFB) from the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Contracts and Procurement Department for thermoplastic resin compound. The solicitation (IW204332) requests 35,400 pounds of thermo plastic resin (TPR) compound for direct injection molding of canvas shoe soles, color tan, manufactured by SOL L TEROPLASTICS (Brand/Model: CT095-60A-BG0096). The bid opening is scheduled for December 18, 2024 at 3 P.M., with questions due by December 9, 2024 at 3:00 PM (CST). Answers will be posted to the Electronic State Business Daily (ESBD) by December 11, 2024. The material is to be delivered to TDCJ Clements Unit Shoe Factory in Amarillo, TX.

The bid requires FOB destination pricing with freight prepaid and allowed. Electronic submission is preferred via BIDS@TDCJ.TEXAS.GOV with a 10 MB attachment limit per email. Hard copy submissions are accepted as an alternative. The product must meet specific technical requirements including Shore A hardness, elongation, density, tensile strength, abrasion resistance, tear strength, and injection melt temperature specifications. Bidders must certify compliance with various state requirements regarding suspension, debarment, and terrorism, and must not be listed on federal watchlists. No pricing terms, set-asides, or funding requirements are explicitly stated in the document.