Coffee

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) has issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB) Number 1M224510 for a blanket purchase order to procure coffee for multiple distribution centers across Texas. The solicitation seeks regular, ground, roasted medium roast coffee, which must be a blend of Arabica and Robusta beans with universal grind compatibility. The procurement involves four line items totaling 9,779 50-pound boxes of coffee to be delivered to TDCJ distribution centers in Snyder, Beeville, Rosharon, and Huntsville. Coffee must be packaged in food-grade poly bags sealed to prevent spillage, with preparation instructions clearly printed on each box. The bid opening is scheduled for August 11, 2025, at 3 P.M., with the contract term running from September 1, 2025, through August 31, 2026. Electronic bid submissions are preferred via email to bids@tdcj.texas.gov, with a 10 MB attachment limit, and bidders must include the solicitation number in the email subject line.

The solicitation includes specific provisions for service-disabled veteran-owned businesses and allows for potential awards to multiple vendors. TDCJ reserves the right to split awarded lines into individual blanket purchase orders. Bidders must comply with Texas state bidding requirements, including various legal certifications related to state and federal regulations. Freight charges must be included in the unit price, with no separate freight charges accepted. The procurement requires vendors to complete numerous certifications, including provisions about suspension, debarment, terrorism, conflict of interest, and restrictions on doing business with certain entities. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the total estimated quantity of 9,779 coffee boxes suggests a significant procurement value. Potential bidders must carefully review the attached Terms and Conditions document, which provides comprehensive instructions on submission requirements, legal compliance, and other critical bidding specifications.