ESBD_384896_1734035908980_R5217690-IW205016.pdf

This is an Invitation for Bids (IFB) from the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Contracts and Procurement Department for the procurement of brass zippers. The solicitation (IW205016) seeks to establish a purchase order for 30,000 24" No. 5 brass zippers with separating/left hand insert, single auto-locking slider, die cast zinc with golden brass finish, black in color, 9/16" wide tape. The bid opening date is December 30, 2024, at 3:00 PM, with questions due by December 18, 2024, at 12:00 PM (CST). Delivery is to be made to the TDCJ Hughes Unit Garment Factory in Gatesville, TX.

The IFB requires F.O.B. destination pricing with freight prepaid and allowed to be included in the unit cost. Electronic submission is preferred through BIDS@TDCJ.TEXAS.GOV, with a 10 MB limit per email. Hard copy submissions are accepted as an alternative, requiring one original signed paper copy. The solicitation includes standard terms and conditions regarding delivery requirements, security procedures for correctional facility access, and electronic verification requirements.