Blanket Material

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Contracts and Procurement Department is seeking a procurement of 15,000 yards of nonwoven needle-punched blanket material for its Clements Unit Shoe Factory in Amarillo, Texas. The specific material must be manufactured by Milliken (manufacturer number SY609) in charcoal gray color, with precise composition requirements of 40% virgin synthetic poly staple and 60% recycled synthetic/natural fiber content. The material must comply with California flame retardancy standards, maintain a maximum char length of six inches, and pass testing under California Technical Bulletin 117, Section E, Part 1. Bidders are required to submit their proposals electronically via email to bids@tdcj.texas.gov, referencing solicitation number IW235456, by the bid opening date of November 24, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. The deadline for submitting questions is November 11, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. (CST), and TDCJ reserves the right to request material samples within seven calendar days of receipt, with failure to provide samples resulting in bid disqualification.

The solicitation includes several preference and eligibility considerations, with priority given to Texas resident service-disabled veterans and Texas-based bidders. Potential vendors must certify their eligibility to participate, demonstrate compliance with state statutes, and confirm they are not on federal terrorism watch lists. Bidders must provide pricing on a freight prepaid and allowed F.O.B. destination basis, with freight charges incorporated into unit costs. While a specific contract value is not explicitly stated, the procurement involves a substantial volume of specialized blanket material. Vendor payments will be subject to offset against any outstanding state debts, including delinquent taxes and child support. The contract is subject to disclosure under the Texas Public Information Act, and bidders must comply with various certifications including E-Verify verification, suspension and debarment status checks, and child support compliance. The TDCJ will evaluate bids based on pricing, previous performance, service record, quality, and conformance to specifications.