Fertilizer Plus Application

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Contracts and Procurement Department is seeking a blanket purchase order agreement for fertilizer and fertilizer application services for the Ellis Unit Farm Office in Huntsville. The solicitation, identified as Bid Number IM220775, requires the procurement of 118.7500 tons of dry fertilizer blend and fertilizer application services covering 950.0000 acres. Specific fertilizer specifications include a precise blend of 300 pounds composted poultry litter, 5% nitrogen, 3% phosphorus, 2% potassium, along with specific quantities of muriate of potash, monoammonium phosphate, and ammonium sulfate per ton. Vendors must apply fertilizer using a tender applicator at a rate of 250 pounds per acre. The bid is scheduled to open on July 01, 2025 at 3 P.M., with the purchase order agreement effective from September 1, 2025 through August 31, 2026. Electronic bid submission is preferred via bids@tdcj.texas.gov, with hard copy submissions also accepted. Evaluation criteria will include best value factors such as price, performance history, and conformance to specifications.

The solicitation includes standard state procurement requirements involving Texas Bidder preferences and various compliance certifications. Vendors must meet specific insurance requirements with minimum liability limits and demonstrate compliance with state and federal regulations, including E-Verify system usage and conflict of interest disclosures. While no specific set-aside designations are explicitly mentioned, the procurement process appears open to qualified vendors meeting the technical and compliance requirements. The TDCJ reserves the right to cancel or adjust quantities as needed. Although a precise award value is not specified, the scope suggests a substantial agricultural service contract covering fertilization services for a correctional facility farm operation. Potential bidders should carefully review all specifications, ensure full compliance with technical requirements, and prepare comprehensive proposals that demonstrate capability to meet the precise fertilizer blend and application specifications outlined in the solicitation.