Estes Bread

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) has issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB) for a blanket purchase order agreement to supply sliced bread to the Estes Unit in Venus, TX. The procurement requires twice-weekly deliveries of 521 loaves on Mondays and Thursdays, with specific requirements for white or wheat sliced bread. Vendors must provide bread with a minimum 72-hour shelf life, excluding rye, pumpernickel, and raisin bread types. The initial contract period will run from September 1, 2025, through August 31, 2026, with an option for one additional one-year renewal through August 31, 2027. The bid is set to open on August 4, 2025, and vendors must submit their contact information to the TDCJ contact person to receive potential amendments. Evaluation criteria will likely include price, product quality, delivery reliability, and compliance with specified product and delivery requirements. Pricing will be subject to annual review based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics index, with potential unit price adjustments upon contract renewal.

The solicitation appears to be open to multiple vendors who can meet the specified product requirements, with no explicit set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises mentioned in the provided documents. Vendors must comply with Texas state procurement regulations and federal procurement guidelines, including various certification requirements related to business practices, international trade restrictions, and potential conflicts of interest. The contract includes provisions for product replacement, quality control, and security measures specific to correctional facility deliveries. While a specific award value is not explicitly stated, the contract involves consistent bread procurement for a correctional facility. Potential bidders must carefully review the Terms and Conditions document, which outlines comprehensive bidding requirements, including submission guidelines, pricing specifications, and vendor responsibilities. Vendors must proactively verify they have received all amendments to the solicitation and ensure full compliance with all specified requirements.