Duck Canvas

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Contracts and Procurement Department is soliciting bids for 5,000 yards of black cotton duck canvas through an Invitation for Bids (IFB) numbered IW226605. The procurement specifically requires single-fill duck fabric with 100% cotton content, meeting precise technical specifications including specific fiber content, weight, thread size, and construction parameters. Bids are scheduled to be opened on August 22, 2025, at 3 P.M., with electronic submissions preferred via bids@tdcj.texas.gov and hard copy submissions also accepted. The canvas will be delivered to the TDCJ Clements Unit Shoe Factory located in Amarillo, Texas, with freight charges to be incorporated into the unit cost. Bidders must comply with extensive state regulations, including provisions related to suspension, debarment, terrorism watch lists, and stringent security requirements for deliveries to correctional facilities.

The solicitation does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must adhere to comprehensive terms and conditions, including mandatory use of the E-Verify system, provision of Texas Identification Numbers, and submission of federal tax identification information. Vendors are required to comply with state laws regarding contracting, including restrictions on entities involved in boycotts and limitations on hiring former state employees. While no specific award value is listed, the contract involves the procurement of 5,000 yards of canvas. Additional compliance requirements include providing necessary documentation, meeting accessibility standards, and following intellectual property and indemnification guidelines. Contact points for bidder inquiries are Lucerto Moreno Pineda and Daton Splawn from the TDCJ Contracts and Procurement Department.