ESBD_457783_1758921148524_IW229941.pdf

This document is an Invitation for Bids (IFB) issued by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Contracts and Procurement Department for Canvas Innersole Material. The solicitation is scheduled for bid opening on October 14, 2025, at 3 P.M., with bid number 1M229941. The procurement seeks 8,400.0000 sheets of canvas innersole material from the manufacturer Caltak, with specific technical requirements including an Osnaburg sheeting fabric (65% polyester, 35% cotton) and ethylene vinyl acetate foam. The material will be delivered to the TDCJ Clements Unit Shoe Factory in Amarillo, Texas, with a requested delivery timeframe of 30 days from the purchase order award.

The bid includes detailed specifications for the material, such as a 25" x 44" sheet size, 1/8" sponge tan foam, and precise measurements for thickness, gauge, density, and square ID. Bidders must comply with various state requirements, including provisions related to suspension, debarment, and terrorism watch lists. The document outlines strict security protocols for delivery to correctional facilities, including staff background checks, prohibited items, and specific interaction guidelines. Electronic bid submission is preferred via email to bids@tdcj.texas.gov, with a 10 MB attachment limit, and hard copy submissions are also accepted. Potential bidders should note the comprehensive compliance requirements and specific technical specifications for the canvas innersole material.