ESBD_410297_1744409681180_IW216128.pdf

This is an Invitation for Bids (IFB) issued by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Contracts and Procurement Department for a blanket purchase order to procure mini color pencils. The solicitation (Bid Number IW216128) is scheduled for bid opening on April 29, 2025, at 3 P.M. The contract will be effective from the date of award through August 31, 2025. The procurement is for an estimated 500.000 case quantity of mini color pencils, with specific requirements including 3.5-inch length, assorted non-repeating colors, pre-sharpened, and 24 pencils per pack. Acceptable brands include BASIC or an equal, and bidders must submit a specification sheet with a picture as part of their bid.

The solicitation allows electronic bid submissions preferred via email to bids@tdcj.texas.gov, with a 10 MB attachment limit and all documents to be submitted in Microsoft Office or PDF formats. Bidders are required to provide detailed packaging information, including minimum and maximum pack and carton quantities. Delivery is preferred within 14 calendar days of award to the TDCJ Huntsville Commissary Warehouse. The contract includes provisions for warehouse quantities, potential sample requirements, and the ability for TDCJ to adjust quantities as needed. Notably, the quantities shown are estimated for evaluation purposes and do not guarantee minimum or maximum order volumes. The pricing will be determined on a per-pack basis, with bidders required to meet specific labeling and barcode compatibility requirements.