ESBD_452754_1757519095141_IW228124.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 chemicals. The solicitation (Bid Number TW28124) is scheduled to open on September 30, 2025, at 3 P.M. in Huntsville, Texas. The specific product being requested is Prosize TP with Penflex, a natural and synthetic polymer used in the slashing of cotton yarn, with a quantity of 36,000.0000 LB. Bidders are required to submit responses electronically to bids@tdcj.texas.gov, with a preference for electronic submission and a hard copy backup. The deadline for questions concerning the solicitation is September 19, 2025, at 12:00 PM (CST), with answers to be posted on the Electronic State Business Daily (ESBD).

The bid includes specific technical specifications for the chemical, including a white powder physical form with a pH of 5.0 - 8.0 and specific viscosity measurements. Delivery is to be made to the TDCJ Estelle Unit Textile Mill in Huntsville, TX. The solicitation emphasizes various compliance requirements, including verification of eligibility, potential suspension or debarment conditions, and specific instructions for bidding. The document outlines strict conditions regarding delivery, security protocols for correctional facilities, and requirements for vendor identification and documentation. Pricing terms, payment conditions, and potential contract termination scenarios are also detailed, with provisions for fund availability and potential adjustments based on state budget constraints.