Fresh Fruits and Vegetables for TDCJ Snyder Warehouse

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice is requesting bids to establish a purchase order for fresh fruits and vegetables to be delivered to the Snyder facility in Schleicher County, with bids due October 14, 2026.

All responses must include the respondent's Texas Identification Number (T.I.N.S.) and Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) on the face of the response form. Pricing shall be quoted F.O.B. destination with freight prepaid and allowed. All goods are subject to inspection and testing by TDCJ personnel, with vendors bearing all costs if products fail to meet specification requirements.

Prices must remain firm for 30 days from the response due date. TDCJ reserves the right to make awards based on low line-item response, low total of line-items, or any other combination serving the best interests of the State. The contract may be extended up to three months at TDCJ's sole discretion. Respondent benefits, pricing, and hourly rates must be at least as favorable as those granted to any previous clients for similar services or products.

TDCJ will furnish tax exemption certificates upon request, as purchases made for State of Texas use are exempt from State Sales Tax and Federal Excise Tax. The contract is subject to termination without penalty based on availability of state funds and legislative appropriation. All responses must comply with Texas purchasing rules, regulations, and statutes in addition to TDCJ Standard Terms and Conditions. Written communications regarding the solicitation must be submitted to the designated purchaser.