ESBD_472156_1764890854450_Amendment IW233951.pdf

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Bale tie wires and Bale bags
Solicitation number
IW233951
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Texas

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This is an Amendment to a procurement solicitation issued by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) through the Education Service and Supply Cooperative (ESBD) for bale tie wires and bale bags. The solicitation was initially posted on November 24, 2025, with an original proposal due date of December 12, 2025. The amendment modifies the terms of the original solicitation and establishes requirements for qualified vendors to provide agricultural supplies meeting specified technical standards. Interested bidders are required to submit complete contact information, including name, address, fax number, and email, to the designated TDCJ contact to ensure receipt of all solicitation amendments and modifications. Vendors must actively monitor the Electronic State Business Daily for any changes and confirm receipt of all documents prior to the closing deadline to ensure compliance with bidding requirements.

The solicitation establishes a contract framework based on unit costs for bale tie wires and bale bags, with evaluation criteria emphasizing product quality, reliability, and cost-effectiveness. Specific award values and final contract terms are not detailed in the amendment. The procurement suggests potential opportunities for small businesses or disadvantaged vendors under Texas procurement regulations, though explicit set-aside provisions are not specified. No incumbent vendors are identified in the available documentation. The contract is designed to support agricultural operations within the Texas state government system and may include renewal options as part of the overall procurement structure.

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Our mission is to provide public safety, promote positive change in offender behavior, reintegrate offenders into society, and assist victims of crime.

2 Financial Plaza, Suite 703

Huntsville, Texas 77340

(936) 437-3885 www.tdcj.texas.gov

T e x a s D e p a r t m e n t o f C r i m i n a l J u s t i c e

Bobby Lumpkin Executive Director

Contracts and Procurement Department

AMENDMENT No. 1

BID NO.: IW233951

PURCHASER / CONTRACT SPECIALIST: Andrea Jones BID OPENING DATE & TIME: 12/12/2025 at 03:00PM

The purpose of this amendment is to provide answers to questions.

Reference attached pages of this amendment.

IN THE SUBMISSION OF BID, BIDDER MUST ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT OF THIS

AMENDMENT; OTHERWISE, THE BID MAY NOT BE GIVEN CONSIDERATION.

BIDDER MAY ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT ON FACE OF BID OR BY RETURNING

ONE COPY OF THIS NOTICE.

SIGNED:

BIDDER

COMPANY NAME:

Our mission is to provide public safety, promote positive change in offender behavior, reintegrate offenders into society, and assist victims of crime.

2 Financial Plaza, Suite 703

Huntsville, Texas 77340

(936) 437-3885 www.tdcj.texas.gov

Amendment No. 1 Bid No.: IW233951

Question

No.

Question

Answer

1 What zinc coating weight do you require for the galvanized wires?

There is no zinc in the wire

2 Should the ties be straight-cut or double-loop?

The ties should be double loop

3 What fabric weight (GSM) should we use?

Per specifications from the JCIBPC (Joint Cotton Industry Bale Packaging Committee) a US polypropylene bag must weigh between 1.18 to 1.2 lbs. per bag.

4 Do the bags need UV protection?

The bags have UV protection per committee standards.

5 Could you share any reference photos for both items?

A photo of this product is not available.

6 And if available, the most recently awarded prices for these items would be very helpful.

The previous award price is not available.

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