Chemicals

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Contracts and Procurement Department is soliciting bids for the procurement of Prosize TP with Penflex, a natural and synthetic polymer used in cotton yarn slashing. The specific solicitation (Bid Number TW28124) is for 36,000 pounds of this chemical, to be delivered to the TDCJ Estelle Unit Textile Mill in Huntsville, TX. The chemical must meet precise technical specifications, including a white powder physical form with a pH between 5.0 and 8.0, and specific viscosity measurements. Bidders are required to submit responses electronically to bids@tdcj.texas.gov, with a preference for electronic submission and a hard copy backup. Critical deadlines include September 19, 2025, at 12:00 PM (CST) for submitting questions, with answers to be posted on the Electronic State Business Daily (ESBD), and the bid opening is scheduled for September 30, 2025, at 3 P.M. in Huntsville, Texas. Vendors must comply with strict eligibility verification, potential suspension or debarment conditions, and specific correctional facility security protocols.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention set-aside designations or specific restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must provide comprehensive vendor identification and documentation, with the understanding that the contract is subject to fund availability and potential adjustments based on state budget constraints. While no incumbent vendors are listed, the procurement includes detailed pricing terms and payment conditions. The contract may be terminated under various scenarios, including budget limitations or non-performance. Although a specific award value is not provided, the procurement involves a significant quantity of specialized chemical product for the TDCJ's textile operations. Vendors must be prepared to meet rigorous technical specifications, delivery requirements, and compliance standards typical of government procurement processes in correctional facility supply chains.