ESBD_460008_1759860718737_IW231342.pdf

This is an Invitation for Bids issued by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Contracts and Procurement Department for the procurement of fresh produce for the Snyder Distribution Center, located at 2100 N King Highway in Snyder, TX. The solicitation seeks bids for five specific produce items: celery (248 boxes), cabbage (694 cartons), onions (545 bags), apples (773 cartons), and oranges (773 cartons). The bid opening is scheduled for October 21, 2025, at 3 P.M., with a deadline for questions on October 10, 2025, at 3:00 PM (CST). The delivery is to be completed by October 31, 2025, and bids can be submitted electronically to bids@tdcj.texas.gov or via hard copy, with a 10 MB attachment limit for electronic submissions.

The bid includes specific requirements for produce quality, such as celery in 30-bunches per box weighing 50-55 lbs, green cabbage in 5-lb cartons with no sacks, white or yellow onions in 50-lb bags, and apples and oranges in 113 to 138 count per carton, all to be delivered on pallets. The document outlines various compliance requirements, including provisions related to Texas state bidding statutes, terrorism watch lists, and potential debt offset for taxes and child support. Bidders must comply with security protocols for deliveries to correctional facilities, including staff background checks, vehicle inspections, and restrictions on interactions with inmates. The solicitation emphasizes strict security measures and behavioral expectations for delivery personnel.