ESBD_459367_1759506796099_IW231436 - Clear Vinyl.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 clear vinyl, specifically a 10.5 oz minimum double-coated institutional clear film. The solicitation (Bid Number 1M231436) is scheduled for bid opening on October 17, 2025, at 3 P.M., with a deadline for all questions on October 8, 2025. The primary product requested is 35,000 yards of clear vinyl with specific technical requirements, including PVC film, 1000d x 1000d polyester reinforcement, 6x6 inserted warp knit, 16 mil thickness, and antimicrobial finishes. The vinyl is intended for use in mattress production and must meet specific flame retardancy and tear resistance standards.

The bid allows for electronic submission preferred via email to bids@tdcj.texas.gov, with a 10 MB attachment limit, and also accepts hard copy responses. Bidders must provide unit pricing, with freight charges to be included in the unit cost, and delivery will be to the Smith Unit Mattress Factory in Lamesa, TX. The solicitation includes various compliance requirements, such as certifications regarding debarment, terrorism, and state of Texas statutes. Notably, the TDCJ reserves the right to accept and receive not more than 10% in excess of the quantity of goods ordered, and bidders are subject to specific security protocols when making deliveries to correctional facilities, including staff conduct, vehicle security, and contraband restrictions.