Cotton Seed Hulls

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) is soliciting bids for a blanket purchase order agreement to procure approximately 736.0000 tons of cotton seed hulls for delivery to the Wainwright Unit Feedmill in Lovelady, Texas. The procurement is structured as an Invitation for Bids (IFB) with bids to be opened on April 28, 2025, at 3 P.M., and the contract period extending through August 31, 2025. The cotton seed hulls must conform to Texas agriculture standards, be suitable for cattle consumption, and not exceed 11 feet, 11 inches in height. Bidders are required to quote a unit price per ton, which will be calculated as a constant added to the weekly manufacturer's price list. Electronic bids are preferably submitted via email to bids@tdcj.texas.gov, with a 10 MB attachment limit, and bidders are advised to initiate the submission process well in advance of the bid opening date. The TDCJ reserves the right to increase or decrease contract quantities and does not guarantee a minimum order amount.

The procurement includes a Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) Subcontracting Plan with a statewide goal of 21.1% for commodities contracts, requiring prime contractors to either subcontract with Texas certified HUB vendors or provide documentation of good faith efforts to do so. Potential bidders must complete comprehensive HUB documentation, including detailed information about subcontracting opportunities and percentages of work to be allocated to HUB and non-HUB vendors. The solicitation emphasizes vendor rotation and equal business opportunities for economically disadvantaged businesses, in line with the 2009 State of Texas Disparity Study recommendations. Bidders must submit various state-mandated certifications and comply with Texas procurement regulations. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the procurement is for a blanket purchase order agreement covering multiple tons of cotton seed hulls, suggesting a substantial contract value. Interested vendors must carefully review all documentation and ensure timely submission of their bids, contact information, and required certifications to be considered for the contract.