ESBD_388280_1735601214689_IFB IW192927.pdf

This is an Invitation for Bids (IFB) issued by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Contracts and Procurement Department for spring fibers and cotton batting. The solicitation requests two items: 8,400 units of cotton batting measuring 41" x 82" weighing 6.6 lb (±5%) and 3,200 units measuring 26" x 76" weighing 26 lb (±5%), both requiring Bondtex fire retardant backing material and non-woven 100% polypropylene backing with channel stitch rows maximum 4" apart. The bid opening is scheduled for January 20, 2025 at 3 P.M., with questions due by January 8, 2025 at 12:00 PM (CST). The contract term runs from award date through August 31, 2025, with no renewal options. Delivery is required to the TDCJ Wynne Unit Mattress Factory in Huntsville, TX.

Pricing must be FOB destination with freight prepaid and allowed, incorporated into the unit cost rather than shown separately. The batting must be blended textile by-products using recyclable materials composed of gin motes, linters, and textile fiber waste, with a minimum 10% by weight boron flame retardant treatment. Packaging requirements specify 16 batts per bale with 240 bales per truck load for the larger size, and 5 batts per bale with 200 bales per truckload for the smaller size. Electronic submission is preferred to bids@tdcj.texas.gov, though hard copy submissions are accepted. The solicitation includes specific security requirements for deliveries to correctional facilities, including escort requirements and contraband restrictions.