Duck Canvas

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Contracts and Procurement Department has issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB) for the procurement of Cotton Duck Canvas, specifically targeting 5,000 units of single fill duck fabric. The canvas must be 100% cotton, with a weight of 7 oz per square yard, in black color, and meeting precise technical specifications for thread and construction. Delivery is designated to the TDCJ Clements Unit Shoe Factory in Amarillo, Texas, with F.O.B. destination pricing that includes freight charges in the unit cost. Bids must be submitted electronically to bids@tdcj.texas.gov by October 29, 2025, at 3 P.M., with a 10 MB attachment limit and preference for Microsoft Office formats. Potential bidders are required to provide their name, phone number, and email address to ensure receipt of any solicitation amendments, which will be posted on the Electronic State Business Daily.

The solicitation includes several important compliance requirements and restrictions for potential vendors. Bidders must certify they are not suspended, debarred, or listed on terrorism watch lists, and must agree that payments may be applied to eliminate state debt, including delinquent taxes or child support. While no specific set-aside designations are mentioned, vendors must comply with various state and federal legal restrictions and provide necessary certifications. The bid will likely be evaluated based on factors including price, previous performance, quality, and conformance to specifications. Although a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, vendors should be prepared to provide competitive pricing for the 5,000 units of Cotton Duck Canvas. The procurement process emphasizes vendor responsibility, with requirements for detailed documentation, including material safety data sheets and compliance with electronic and information resources accessibility standards.