ESBD_452024_1757366380957_IW228247 - Bridgeport Bread.pdf

This is an Invitation for Bids issued by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Contracts and Procurement Department for the procurement of sliced bread for the Bridgeport Unit. The solicitation seeks a blanket purchase order for 33,000 loaves of white or wheat sandwich-style sliced bread, 20 oz loaves, to be delivered to the Bridgeport Unit's Food Service. The bid opening is scheduled for September 22, 2025 at 3 P.M., with an effective contract period from September 1, 2025, through August 31, 2026. The contract includes an option for mutual renewal for one additional one-year period, potentially extending the term through August 31, 2027.

The pricing will be based on a baseline index from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, with potential unit price adjustments upward or downward correlating to the specified index. The vendor must provide bread that is sliced, wrapped in original packaging, and clearly marked. Each loaf must be either white or wheat, contain whole grain as a primary ingredient, and meet FDA standards for enriched products. The vendor is responsible for providing rack/tray systems, maintaining product quality, ensuring timely delivery, and replacing any defective products. The bid includes specific security requirements for delivery staff, including restrictions on interactions with inmates and prohibitions on introducing contraband onto TDCJ facilities.