ESBD_503281_1775682639997_IW245817 Amendment.pdf
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- Attached to
- COTTON DUCK CANVAS
- Solicitation number
- IW245817
- Issued by
- Texas
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This is Amendment No. 1 to a solicitation issued by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) for cotton duck canvas materials used in the production of canvas shoes. The amendment addresses five questions submitted by potential bidders regarding product specifications, material applications, delivery requirements, and vendor references. The original bid number is IW245817 with a bid opening date and time of April 15, 2026 at 3:00 PM. The TDCJ specifies that the canvas must be supplied in rolls of 59" x 50 yards with no flexibility on size, as this specification is based on material storage requirements. The amendment identifies Caltak Enterprise, LLC as a previously awarded vendor for this item. Bidders must acknowledge receipt of this amendment in their bid submission, either on the face of the bid or by returning one copy of the notice, or their bid may not receive consideration.
Key specifications clarified in the amendment include confirmation that equivalent products meeting all listed specifications and ASTM standards are acceptable, provided vendors submit specification sheets and samples upon request. The fabric combined with washable cement is intended specifically for canvas shoe manufacturing. Delivery timeframe has been identified as a potential factor in the award decision relative to price, and bidders are instructed to provide the best available delivery schedule. Pricing terms and contract value information are not detailed in this amendment, though the related solicitation documentation indicates that payment will be made 30 calendar days after the later of invoice receipt, goods receipt, or service completion. A Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) Subcontracting Plan requirement applies, requiring prime contractors to demonstrate good faith efforts in engaging HUB-certified vendors.
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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.: IW245817
PURCHASER / CONTRACT SPECIALIST: Stephen Smith, CTCD BID OPENING DATE & TIME: 4/15/2026 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:
2 Financial Plaza, Suite 703 Huntsville, Texas 77340
(936) 437-3885 www.tdcj.texas.gov
Amendment No. 1 Bid No.: IW245817
Question No.
Question Answer
1 Can you confirm if equivalent products are acceptable as long as all listed specifications are met (including ASTM standards)?
The TDCJ requests that the vendor supply a spec sheet and if requested a sample.
2 For the requirement “fabric combined with washable cement,” can you clarify the intended application or end use of the material?
This material is used to make canvas shoes.
3 Is there any flexibility on the roll size (59” x 50 yards), or is this a strict requirement?
No flexibility. This size is for material storage purposes.
4 Are there any approved or previously awarded vendors for this item that can be referenced?
Caltak Enterprise, LLC
5 Will delivery timeframe be a significant factor in the award decision relative to price?
Delivery time may be a factor in the award. Please give the best available delivery.
2 Financial Plaza, Suite 703 Huntsville, Texas 77340
(936) 437-3885 www.tdcj.texas.gov
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