CID Uniform Pieces IFB

The Texas Office of the Attorney General is requesting bids for Criminal Investigation Division uniform pieces—Peace Officer uniform belts, bars, and accessories—under IFB 1-302-26-240086, with responses due July 21, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Central Time and questions due July 10, 2026.

The scope specifies Safariland 87 Lined Duty Belts in Plain Black finish with Silver or Gold buckles across sizes 26–46, NexBelt gunbelts, and Hero's Pride rank bars, or agency-approved equivalents. Safariland belt quantities total 124 units: 102 with Silver Buckles (largest volumes in sizes 36, 38, and 34) and 22 with Gold Buckles (concentrated in sizes 34 and 38). The OAG reserves the right to increase or decrease quantities prior to award based on bid results and budget constraints.

Evaluation criteria are price, compliance with OAG terms and conditions, acceptance and response to specifications, and bidder qualifications. The OAG has sole discretion to reject any offers, award partial contracts, and negotiate modifications. Answers to submitted questions will be posted July 15, 2026.

Vendors must complete the Pricing Sheet on agency letterhead, sign all IFB cover pages, indicate whether products contain recycled material, and identify any applicable Texas preference or sustainability certifications. Pricing must remain firm for 30 days following bid submission. All delivery charges must be included in the bid. Contractors must carry workers' compensation and commercial general liability insurance with minimum limits of $1 million per occurrence and $2 million aggregate, comply with E-Verify, maintain seven-year records, permit State Auditor access, and comply with Texas Government Code debarment and suspension certifications. The contract is effective upon issuance and expires based on lead time after receipt of order. Payments are made under the Texas Prompt Payment Act.