ESBD_429925_1750687579468_IW193733 - Oxblood.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 fabric, specifically a supported synthetic knitted fabric with backing. The solicitation (Bid Number 1W193733) is scheduled for bid opening on July 08, 2025 at 3 P.M., with a contract term from August 31, 2025 through August 31, 2029, including four potential one-year renewal periods. The initial contract will be for 3,000 yards of fabric with specific technical requirements, including 100% vinyl content, 100% polyester backing, a roll size of 40 yards, and precise measurements for width, thickness, and weight.

The pricing will be F.O.B. destination, with freight prepaid and allowed, and the solicitation allows for potential price adjustments based on the Producer Price Index (WPU032). Samples are required and must exactly match the existing TDCJ fabric in color and texture. The bidder must certify compliance with various technical specifications, including flame resistance standards and specific tensile strength measurements. Additional requirements include compliance with security procedures for deliveries to correctional facilities, restrictions on contractor staff interactions, and provisions regarding contraband and employee conduct. The procurement is open to Texas bidders, with electronic submission preferred through bids@tdcj.texas.gov, and a deadline for questions on June 26, 2025 at 12:00 PM (CST).