Fiberfill Batting

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Contracts and Procurement Department is seeking bids for a Fiberfill Batting Fabric procurement through Solicitation Number 1M213359. The invitation for bids (IFB) requires the procurement of 30,000 yards of Fiberfill Batting Fabric - RPM 200, specifically a 6.6 ounce per square yard material with precise technical specifications. The batting fabric must be bonded, high loft, non-woven, with 1/4 inch thickness, composed of carded machine grade post-consumer cotton/polyester fibers, and manufactured using virgin polyester and polyvinyl acetate. Delivery will be to the Hughes Unit Garment Factory, with electronic bid submissions recommended to bids@tdcj.texas.gov before the bid opening date of October 16, 2025 at 3 P.M. Bidders must comply with state regulations including provisions related to suspension, debarment, terrorism watch lists, and public information disclosure. Freight charges must be incorporated into the unit price, and vendors must adhere to strict security protocols for deliveries to correctional facilities.

The solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must submit their contact information (name, phone number, email) to ensure receipt of potential amendments posted on the Electronic State Business Daily. While no specific budget range is detailed, vendors must demonstrate compliance with comprehensive technical and regulatory requirements. The procurement emphasizes vendor responsibilities including providing Material Safety Data Sheets, complying with electronic and information resource accessibility standards, and meeting specific documentation requirements. Vendors must also disclose potential conflicts of interest and adhere to government procurement guidelines. Financial considerations include provisions for invoice submission and potential contract termination based on fund availability. The solicitation places significant emphasis on vendor qualifications, technical compliance, and the ability to meet the precise manufacturing and delivery specifications for the fiberfill batting fabric.