Bond Paper

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Contracts and Procurement Department is issuing an Invitation for Bids (IFB) for bond paper, specifically seeking 840,000 units of white bond paper with precise technical specifications. The required paper must have a 50 lbs weight, minimum 84 brightness, 11" roll width, and a 40" (+/- 1") roll diameter, to be delivered to the TDCJ Torres Unit Print Shop in Hondo, Texas. The bid submission period runs from September 1, 2025, to August 31, 2026, with electronic submissions preferred via bids@tdcj.texas.gov and hard copies also accepted. The bid is scheduled to open on August 11, 2025, at 3 P.M., with preferred delivery within 14 calendar days of award. Bidders must submit comprehensive documentation and comply with all specified technical and administrative requirements, including detailed specifications for paper quality and delivery protocols.

The solicitation provides preferences for Texas resident service-disabled veteran-owned businesses and includes specific set-aside provisions and restrictions for potential vendors. Bidders must certify they are not suspended, debarred, or on terrorism watch lists, and must comply with state statutes and E-Verify system requirements. Vendors must demonstrate capabilities for electronic funds transfer, provide detailed business information, and adhere to state and federal anti-boycott regulations. The contract includes strict security measures for delivery personnel, prohibiting interactions with inmates and introducing contraband, with specific requirements for attire and vehicle security. While no specific contract value is explicitly stated, the procurement involves significant volume (840,000 units) and requires comprehensive vendor qualifications, suggesting a potentially substantial contract opportunity for qualified suppliers in the bond paper market.