Cleveland Durapan tilt skillet

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice is requesting quotes to establish a purchase order for Cleveland Durapan tilt skillet braising pans, with quotes due July 31, 2026. A Texas bidder preference may apply under 34 TAC Rule 20.306 for goods produced or offered by Texas bidders, including those owned by Texas residents and service-disabled veterans.

The procurement covers tilt skillet braising pans to specific Cleveland Durapan model specifications. Respondents must submit unit pricing on the prescribed form with their Texas Identification Number (T.I.N.S.) and Federal Employer's Identification Number (EIN). All communications and questions must be submitted in writing to the designated purchaser; direct contact with user department personnel is prohibited. Late or unsigned responses will be rejected without exception.

Quoted prices must remain firm for thirty days from the response due date. The TDCJ reserves the right to award based on low line-item responses, low total cost, or any combination serving the state's best interest, with no quantity guarantees provided. Delivery is due within fourteen calendar days unless otherwise specified, with F.O.B. destination pricing requested. Purchases are exempt from state sales tax and federal excise tax; the TDCJ will furnish tax exemption certificates upon request.

All goods are subject to inspection and testing, with vendors bearing costs for products failing to meet specifications. The contract is subject to termination for non-appropriation or unavailability of funds, and may be terminated for convenience with thirty days' written notice. Respondents must comply with E-Verify system certification, indemnification provisions, and various state and federal certifications regarding prohibited activities, conflicts of interest, and applicable law compliance.