ESBD_433105_1751489153141_IW223639.pdf

This document is an Invitation for Bids (IFB) issued by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Contracts and Procurement Department for the procurement of chemicals. The solicitation was released on July 01, 2025, with a bid opening date of July 23, 2025 at 3 P.M. The specific item being sought is Sodium Xyrenesulfonate (SLS), with a quantity of 39,960.0000 LB to be delivered to the TDCJ Childress Distribution Warehouse. Electronic bid submissions are preferred via email to bids@tdcj.texas.gov, with a limit of 10 MB of attachments per email, and hard copy submissions are also accepted.

The bid includes detailed specifications for the chemical, such as its physical state (liquid), color (clear colorless to pale stream), odor (mild detergent), and technical properties like melting/freezing point and density. The procurement is subject to various state regulations, including requirements for Texas-based vendors, vendor identification, and compliance with state and federal guidelines. The solicitation emphasizes vendor eligibility, with specific provisions regarding suspension, debarment, and terrorism restrictions. Pricing details, unit pricing, and extension calculations are to be completed by the bidder, and the contract includes provisions for potential fund availability, dispute resolution, and performance expectations.