ESBD_399067_1740517911802_IFB IW211715.pdf

This is an Invitation for Bids (IFB) from the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Contracts and Procurement Department for the procurement of tampons with cardboard applicators, individually wrapped in vending tubes. The bid requests 375 cases (500 per case) of Hospeco MTB500 tampons (part #0616670) to be delivered to the TDCJ Prison Store in Huntsville, TX. The bid opening date is March 11, 2025 at 3 P.M., with questions due by March 3, 2025 at 12:00 PM (CST). Electronic submission is preferred via email to BIDS@TDCJ.TEXAS.GOV, though hard copy submissions are accepted. All bids must be received by the opening date and time.

Bidders must quote F.O.B. destination pricing with freight prepaid and allowed. Any additional freight/delivery charges must be stated explicitly or will be assumed included in the item price. The bid includes specific security requirements for deliveries to correctional facilities, including mandatory security escort requirements, vehicle searches, and restrictions on contraband items. The contract contains provisions regarding the use of artificial intelligence, public information requirements, and application of payments toward any state debts or delinquencies.