Diboll Bread

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Contracts and Procurement Department is soliciting bids for a blanket purchase order agreement for sliced bread to be delivered to the TDCJ Estus Unit in Venus, Texas. The procurement involves approximately 75,000 loaves of sliced white or wheat bread, with specific requirements including a 20-72 hour shelf life, original wrappers, and clear marking. Deliveries are scheduled twice weekly, on Mondays and Thursdays, with the contract effective from September 1, 2025, through August 31, 2026, and an optional renewal period from September 1, 2026, to August 31, 2027. The bid opening is set for July 30, 2025, at 3 P.M., with bidders required to submit either electronic or hard copy responses. Vendor qualifications include providing appropriate rack/tray systems, maintaining product quality, ensuring proper labeling, and complying with strict security requirements for deliveries to correctional facilities. The TDCJ reserves the right to adjust unit prices based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics index and may award the contract to multiple vendors.

While no specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned in the documents, the solicitation includes comprehensive requirements for vendor compliance. Bidders must possess a Texas Identification Number, provide Material Safety Data Sheets, maintain electronic fund transfer capabilities, and submit detailed invoices. The TDCJ will make payments within thirty calendar days after invoice receipt and retains the right to terminate contracts based on funding availability or vendor performance. Although specific award values are not directly stated, the procurement involves a substantial quantity of bread (approximately 75,000 loaves) with potential for a one-year contract and an optional renewal period. Vendors must comply with various state and federal regulations, including certifications related to terrorism, boycotts, privacy, and potential conflicts of interest. The contract includes provisions for product replacements, shipping, delivery conditions, and rigorous documentation requirements.