ESBD_383944_1733344160195_IW204332.pdf

This is an Invitation for Bids (IFB IW204332) issued by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Contracts and Procurement Department for the procurement of thermoplastic resin compound. The solicitation specifically requests 35,400 pounds of thermo plastic resin (TPR) compound manufactured by SOL L TEROPLASTICS, Brand/Model CT095-60A-BG0096, for direct injection molding of canvas shoe soles in tan color. The material must meet precise technical specifications including Shore A hardness of 60 +/- 2, elongation of 500% >450, density of 1.1 g/cc +/- 0.02, tensile strength of 2.5 MPA +/- 0.25, abrasion resistance >450 MM3, tear strength of 24 N/MM 24 >22, and specific injection melt temperature requirements. Bids are due 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 by December 11, 2024.

The material must be delivered FOB destination to the TDCJ Clements Unit Shoe Factory in Amarillo, TX. Electronic bid submission is preferred via BIDS@TDCJ.TEXAS.GOV with a 10 MB attachment limit per email, though hard copy submissions are accepted. The IFB does not specify set-aside designations or funding sources. Bidders must certify they are not subject to suspension, debarment, or terrorism restrictions and must not appear on federal watchlists. No specific award value or incumbent information is provided in the documentation.