ESBD_452018_1757361018597_IW228212 - Lindsey Bread.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 sliced bread for the Lindsey State Jail in Jacksboro, Texas. The solicitation seeks a blanket purchase order for 65,000 loaves of white or wheat sandwich-style sliced bread, 20 oz loaves, to be delivered from September 1, 2025, through August 31, 2026, with an optional renewal period through August 31, 2027. The bid opening is scheduled for September 22, 2025, at 3 P.M., with electronic submission preferred via email to bids@tdcj.texas.gov, and hard copy submissions also accepted.

The contract includes specific vendor requirements for bread quality, packaging, delivery, and rack/tray systems, with detailed specifications for product codes, dates, nutritional standards, and delivery conditions. Pricing will be adjusted based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics Consumer Price Index, and the vendor must comply with various security and operational protocols when delivering to correctional facilities. The solicitation emphasizes precise delivery requirements, product replacement procedures, and strict guidelines for vendor personnel, including background checks and prohibited items. No minimum order quantity is guaranteed, and orders will be based on actual unit quantities and usage by the TDCJ.