CLEAR VINYL

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) has issued a Request for Quotation (RFQ) seeking 35,000 yards of 32.0" clear vinyl, specifically a 10.5 oz double coated institutional clear vinyl from Glenmore Industries (model CV-CLEARVIEW). The procurement is targeted for the TDCJ Winne Unit Mattress Factory in Huntsville, TX, with a required delivery date of July 17, 2025. Vendors must provide comprehensive documentation including test results from a domestic laboratory, product certification, and material safety data sheets, with the vinyl needing to meet rigorous technical standards covering weight, tensile strength, breaking strength, scrim, flame retardancy, and antimicrobial properties. The solicitation (Reference Number IM221277) was released on June 17, 2025, with quotes due by July 1, 2025, at 10:00 AM. Vendors must also comply with extensive security requirements, including background checks for delivery staff, strict protocols for vehicle security, and prohibitions on inmate interactions and contraband introduction.

The contract opportunity spans multiple jurisdictions, including Van Zandt County and several Houston City locations, indicating a potentially broad procurement scope. While no specific set-aside designations were explicitly mentioned, vendors must meet comprehensive state eligibility requirements, including compliance with debarment and suspension regulations. Vendors are required to provide detailed documentation demonstrating E-Verify compliance, intellectual property protections, and adherence to state accessibility standards. The procurement includes provisions for 30-calendar-day payment terms after invoice receipt and maintains the state's right to terminate the contract under specific conditions. Though a precise award value was not specified in the documentation, the procurement of 35,000 yards of specialized vinyl suggests a significant contract value. Potential bidders must submit their contact information to ensure receipt of any solicitation amendments and maintain proactive communication with the TDCJ Contracts and Procurement Department throughout the bidding process.