ESBD_File_353551_R4220306-IW177861.pdf

This document is an Invitation for Bid (IFB) issued by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) for the procurement of sewing accessories. The IFB seeks offers to establish a purchase order for these items. The requested sewing accessories include threads, zippers, buttons, and other related items. The contract term is for one year with the option to renew for up to two additional one-year periods. Responses are due by 2:00 PM Central Time on January 17, 2023. No mandatory bidder's conference is scheduled, but an optional pre-bid conference will be held on January 9, 2023. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.

The IFB specifies that pricing must be firm for the duration of the contract. No HUB (Historically Underutilized Business) or CMBL (Certified Master Bidders List) set-asides apply. The current incumbent vendor is Acme Sewing Supplies. Funding for the contract will come from TDCJ's operating budget. The total estimated annual spend is $150,000.