ESBD_465269_1765805970405_Addendum #3 304T-26-265A1 Upholstery Material.pdf

This addendum to Invitation for Bids No. 304T-26-265A1, issued by the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts Statewide Procurement Division, extends the bid submission deadline for upholstery material procurement primarily for the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. The solicitation covers 36 line items of panel fabric vertical surface textile in various colors, totaling approximately 13,737 yards. The original response due date of November 19, 2025 at 1:30 PM Central Time has been extended to January 13, 2026. The initial contract term runs from January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026, with four potential renewal options extending through January 1, 2030. A pre-bid conference was held on November 4, 2025, with a questions submission deadline of November 7, 2025. Respondents are required to provide detailed fabric specifications including fiber content, breaking strength, tearing strength, colorfastness, and flammability requirements, along with sample swatches, laboratory test reports, and manufacturer's price lists.

The contract will be awarded on a best value basis, potentially allowing different line items to be awarded to different vendors based on compliance with specifications, purchase price, and risk of vendor non-performance. Vendors must comply with extensive state and federal regulations, including certifications related to equal employment opportunities, antitrust provisions, franchise tax status, and immigration compliance, along with proof of insurance coverage. The solicitation includes a 1.5% Texas SmartBuy administrative fee that contractors must factor into their pricing. Respondents are required to acknowledge receipt of this addendum by signing and returning it with their response; failure to do so may result in disqualification. The delivery location is specified as Cuero, Texas 77954.