ESBD_423428_1748464191518_IW220383.pdf

This is an Invitation for Bids (IFB) issued by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Contracts and Procurement Department for the procurement of sanitary napkins. The solicitation (Bid Number 1M220383) is scheduled for bid opening on June 18, 2025, at 3 P.M., with a deadline for questions on June 9, 2025. The contract seeks 1,800,000 cases of individually wrapped sanitary napkins, 8 inches in length, with specifications including no wings, regular flow, tri-fold, unscented, hypoallergenic, non-dispensing, and with adhesive strips. The referenced supplier is Sierrasoft, with a supplier part number of SH1224C, and the napkins will be delivered to the TDCJ Prison Store in Huntsville, TX.

The bid requires delivery within 14 calendar days of award, with a preference for electronic submission to bids@tdcj.texas.gov. Bidders must comply with Texas state regulations, including provisions related to delinquent taxes, child support, and vendor eligibility. The contract includes security requirements for deliveries to correctional facilities, such as staff background checks, restrictions on staff interactions with inmates, and prohibitions on introducing contraband. Bidders must also adhere to specific guidelines regarding vehicle use, staff conduct, and facility access. The procurement is subject to the Texas Public Information Act and requires compliance with various state and federal procurement regulations.