ESBD_450841_1756827626625_4 - Attachment F 304T-26-652A1.2 Personal Hygiene.pdf

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Personal Hygiene and Grooming Products
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304T-26-652A1.2
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Bastrop County, Beaumont City, Texas

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This document is an Invitation for Bid (IFB) No. 304T-26-652A1.2 issued by the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts' Statewide Procurement Division for Personal Hygiene and Grooming Products. The IFB details specifications for nine product lines, including hair and scalp conditioners, mouth wash, antifungal powder, shaving cream, lip balm, hairbrush, disposable razors, and antibacterial bar soap. The document provides detailed requirements for each product line, specifying acceptable manufacturers/brands, product characteristics, packaging specifications, case quantities, and sample submission requirements. Respondents are required to provide individual samples for most product lines, with specific testing criteria for items like disposable razors, which must be good for seven shaves and meet precise technical specifications.

The document includes comprehensive bar coding requirements for all items, with specific bar code types required to ensure compatibility with Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) scanners. Each product line has precise specifications, such as product size ranges, packaging details, and acceptable colors or scents. For disposable razors, there are particularly strict requirements, including a blue color, specific measurements, a flexible handle that can break when twisted, and a requirement for 1,000 razors per case. The sampling process is rigorous, with respondents required to submit samples that will be evaluated for performance, durability, and other specific characteristics. The procurement appears to be for a state-level contract, likely supporting institutional needs such as correctional facilities, with careful attention to product quality and standardization.

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Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts

Statewide Procurement Division

IFB No. 304T-26-652A1.2

Personal Hygiene and Grooming Products

Attachment F

Requirements and Specifications

Attachment F – Requirements and Specifications

Contents Requirements for All Lines:

Sample Requirements:

Line 1: Hair and Scalp Conditioner, Hair Dress Line 2: Hair and Scalp Conditioner Line 3: Mouth Wash, Alcohol-Free Line 4: Antifungal Powder Line 5: Shaving Cream Line 6: Lip Balm Line 7: Hairbrush Line 8: Disposable Razors, Flexible Handle, Bulk Packaging Line 9: Bar Soap, Antibacterial

Attachment F – Requirements and Specifications

IFB No. 304T-26-652A1.2

Requirements for All Lines:

• Bar Code Requirements applicable to all items:

(1) Bar coding is required to be on each individual package or container for re-sale purposes

(2) Bar coding is required to be on the cases for receiving purposes

(3) Required Bar Code Type: UPCA, UPCE, Code 3 of 9, to ensure compatibility with TDCJ scanners Sample Requirements:

• Respondents should provide (1) one individual sample for each item offered other than razors. For items requiring multiple scents, each scent offered should be submitted and must conform to all specifications and packaging requirements. Failure to submit samples may result in disqualification. Samples will not be returned to the Respondent. All costs of providing samples will be borne by the Respondent. Reference Part A Section A.7.3 Sample Submission Requirements – Submitted with Response.

• Respondents submitting pricing for disposable razors must send ten (10) razors for evaluation.

The sample razors will be tested for flexibility, tamper proof discoloration, and ease of breakability. Testing on razors will be conducted measuring product performance, to determine durability and sharpness after seven (7) shaves. Reference Part A Section A.7.3 Sample Submission Requirements – Submitted with Response.

Line 1: Hair and Scalp Conditioner, Hair Dress Reference Manufacturer/Brand or Equal: Blue Magic, Softee

• Hair And Scalp Conditioner

• Reduces Hair Breakage

• Formulated To Give Effective Hair Conditioning For Days

• Required Product Color:

o Blue

• Packaging Requirement:

o Squat Plastic Jar

• Hair Dress Product Size:

o Minimum: 4 Ounces o Maximum: 6 Ounces

• Case Quantity Range:

o Minimum: 10 Jars Per Case o Maximum: 12 Jars Per Case

Line 2: Hair and Scalp Conditioner Reference Manufacturer/Brand or Equal: Blue Magic, Softee

• Hair And Scalp Conditioner

• Moisturizes To Eliminate Dryness

• Reduces Hair Breakage

• May Contain One Of The Following Ingredients:

o Aloe, Castor Oil, Olive Oil, Or Vitamin E

• Required Product Color:

o Green

• Packaging Requirement:

o Clear Plastic Jar

• Conditioner Product Size:

o Minimum: 6 Ounces o Maximum: 12 Ounces

Attachment F – Requirements and Specifications

IFB No. 304T-26-652A1.2

• Case Quantity Range:

o Minimum: 10 Jars Per Case o Maximum: 12 Jars Per Case

Line 3: Mouth Wash, Alcohol-Free Reference Manufacturer/Brand or Equal: Sweet Talk, Lucky Super Soft

• Ingredients:

o Alcohol Is Not Acceptable

• Container:

o Clear Plastic Bottle

• Lid Type:

o Screw On Lid

• Mouth Wash Product Size:

o Minimum: 8 Ounces o Maximum: 16.9 Ounces

• Case Quantity Range:

o Minimum: 12 Bottles Per Case o Maximum: 24 Bottles Per Case

Line 4: Antifungal Powder Reference Manufacturer/Brand or Equal: Rugby, Geri-care, Amerfresh

• Antifungal Powder

• Must Relieve Itching And Burning

• For Athlete’s Foot Prevention And Cure

• Required Active Ingredients:

o Tolnaftate Or Miconazole Minimum: 1% Maximum: 2%

• Container:

o Plastic Cylinder Bottle

• Lid Type:

o Shaker Or Screw On Lid With Spout

• Antifungal Powder Product Size:

o Minimum: 1 Ounce o Maximum: 1.5 Ounces

• Case Quantity Range:

o Minimum: 20 Bottles Per Case o Maximum: 24 Bottles Per Case

Line 5: Shaving Cream Reference Manufacturer/Brand or Equal: Amerfresh, Freshscent, Barbasol American Made

EST 1919

• Preparation Of Skin For Smooth Shave

• Aids To Eliminate Razor Burn

• May Not Contain Ethyl Alcohol, Isopropyl Alcohol, Methyl Alcohol

• Un-Scented Or Lightly Scented

• For All Skin Types

• Container Type:

Attachment F – Requirements and Specifications

IFB No. 304T-26-652A1.2 o Plastic Tube

• Lid Type:

o Flip Top Lid

• Shaving Cream Product Size:

o Minimum: 5 Ounces o Maximum: 7 Ounces

• Case Quantity Range:

o Minimum: 6 Tubes Per Case o Maximum: 12 Tubes Per Case

Line 6: Lip Balm Reference Manufacturer/Brand or Equal: Blistex, Carmex

• Stick Or Tube Is Acceptable

• Medicated To Relieve Specific Lip Conditions, Including Cold Sores And Chapped Lips

• SPF:

o Minimum: 10 SPF

• Lip Balm Product Size:

o Minimum: 0.15 Ounces o Maximum: 0.35 Ounces

• Tubes Per Carton:

o Minimum: 12 Tubes Per Carton o Maximum: 24 Tubes Per Carton

• Case Quantity Range:

o Minimum: 6 Cartons Per Case o Maximum: 24 Cartons Per Case

Line 7: Hairbrush Reference Manufacturer/Brand or Equal: Union Supply, Charmtex, ICS Waco

• Hairbrush, No Handle – Block Style

• One-Piece Solid Design

• Base Material: Plastic

• Type Of Bristles: Nylon

• Minimum Bristles Per Tuft: 12

• Dimensions – Palm Size:

o Maximum Width: 2 ¼ Inches o Maximum Length: 4 Inches

• Brushes Per Inner Pack:

o Minimum: 12 Brushes Per Inner Pack o Maximum: 24 Brushes Per Inner Pack

• Brushes Per (Master) Case Quantity Range:

o Minimum: 144 Total Brushes Per Master Case o Maximum: 288 Total Brushes Per Master Case

Line 8: Disposable Razors, Flexible Handle, Bulk Packaging Reference Manufacturer/Brand or Equal: Anthem, Haward Razor D210

• Razor, Disposable

• Must Be Good For Seven (7) Shaves

Attachment F – Requirements and Specifications

IFB No. 304T-26-652A1.2

• Blades:

o Dual/Twin o Stainless Steel

• Fixed Head

• Protective Safety Cover:

o Clear

• Measurements:

o Head To Handle Length: 4 Inches (+/- 1/4 Inch Tolerance) o Head Width: 1-5/8 Inches (+/- 1/8 Inch Tolerance)

• Handle:

o Flexible o Hollow Or With Holes o Must Easily Break When Twisted Or Bent o Must Show Discoloration When Tampered With

• Required Color:

o Blue o No Other Colors Acceptable

• Case Bulk Packaging:

o 1,000 Razors Per Case o Individually Wrapped Is Not Acceptable

• Razor Samples:

o Respondent Will Be Required To Send 10 Each Sample Razors For Evaluation o The Sample Razors Will Be Tested For:

Flexibility Tamper Proof Discoloration Ease Of Breakability Durability And Sharpness After Seven (7) Shaves

• Razor Testing Description:

o Testing on razors will be conducted measuring product performance, to determine durability and sharpness after seven (7) shaves.

Line 9: Bar Soap, Antibacterial Reference Manufacturer/Brand or Equal: Amerfresh, Bob Barker

• Product Scent: Almond Or Fresh

• Color: White

• Individual Bar Soap Bar Size:

o Minimum: 1.00 Ounces o Maximum: 1.50 Ounces

• Packaging Requirement:

o One Bar Per Package o Wrapped In A Clear Individual Package

• Case Quantity Range:

o Minimum: 400 Bars Per Case o Maximum: 500 Bars Per Case

Requirements for All Lines:
Sample Requirements:
Line 1: Hair and Scalp Conditioner, Hair Dress
Line 2: Hair and Scalp Conditioner
Line 3: Mouth Wash, Alcohol-Free
Line 4: Antifungal Powder
Line 5: Shaving Cream
Line 6: Lip Balm
Line 7: Hairbrush
Line 8: Disposable Razors, Flexible Handle, Bulk Packaging
Line 9: Bar Soap, Antibacterial

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