ESBD_467562_1763491165272_IW235462 Amendment 1.pdf

This is an Amendment No. 1 issued by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Contracts and Procurement Department for Bid No. IW235462, relating to the procurement of cotton wrap for the Luther Unit Combine Shop in Navasota, Texas. The solicitation requires 5 pallets of cotton wrap, with each pallet containing 9 rolls and each roll consisting of 24 portions. Technical specifications include roll widths between 109" and 111", weights ranging from 218 to 222 pounds, and diameters between 8" and 12". The original bid opening date was scheduled for November 24, 2025, at 3:00 PM; however, this amendment revises the bid opening to November 25, 2025, at 10:00 AM. The amendment addresses bidder questions submitted during the procurement process and clarifies specification requirements. Bidders must acknowledge receipt of this amendment in their bid submissions to receive consideration.

The primary clarification provided in this amendment addresses acceptable cotton wrap colors. TDCJ confirmed that colors other than the originally specified blue and yellow wrap will be accepted, including orange-colored cotton wrap, provided the alternative meets all stated specifications and compares favorably to approved example brands such as TAMA (MFR# 13B988D) and S and K Packaging (MFR# 1300004). Electronic bid submissions are preferred via BIDS@TDCJ.TEXAS.GOV. The procurement includes set-aside and preference considerations for Texas vendors, service-disabled veteran-owned businesses, and other designated groups. Bidders must certify compliance with state procurement rules, provide vendor maintenance and direct deposit information, and comply with worker's compensation coverage and material safety data sheet provisions.