Fertilizer Plus Application

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Contracts and Procurement Department is soliciting bids for a blanket purchase order agreement for fertilizer services through an Invitation for Bids (IFB) issued on June 13, 2025. The procurement focuses on two primary line items: first, fertilizer application services involving 7/17/22/4/300 dry fertilizer applied at 250 lbs per acre using a tender applicator at the Mainwright Unit, covering 473 acres; second, a specialized fertilizer blend consisting of 300 pounds of composted poultry litter with specific mineral and nutrient components totaling 70.9500 tons. Bidders are required to submit electronic bids to bids@tdcj.texas.gov by June 27, 2025, at 3 P.M., with a 10 MB attachment limit per email. Qualified vendors must comply with Texas state procurement regulations, provide appropriate insurance coverage, and meet certification requirements including E-Verify system compliance and conflict of interest disclosures. The TDCJ will evaluate bids based on factors such as price, bidder performance history, goods quality, and overall best value to the state, with the contract set to be effective from September 1, 2025, through August 31, 2026.

While no specific set-aside designations are explicitly mentioned, bidders must meet rigorous qualification standards, including comprehensive security protocols for working on TDCJ facilities. Vendors will be subject to background checks, tool inventorying, and strict adherence to facility security procedures. The solicitation does not indicate incumbent vendors or specify exact budget ranges, but successful bidders must demonstrate capability to perform specialized fertilizer application services with precision and compliance. The TDCJ reserves the right to cancel or adjust items and quantities, suggesting flexibility in the procurement process. Potential contractors should be prepared to provide detailed documentation of their qualifications, including certifications, insurance proof, and compliance with state procurement regulations. The competitive nature of the bid suggests that vendors should carefully prepare their submissions to demonstrate technical capability, cost-effectiveness, and alignment with the TDCJ's operational requirements.