FY25 Softpull Paper Towels SOL

The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is seeking bids for FY25 softpull paper towels through Solicitation No. 405-25R0004274, targeting procurement of center pull paper towels with specific requirements. The solicitation requests 450 cases for Facilities and 80 cases for Abilene DL locations, with detailed product specifications matching or equivalent to Georgia-Pacific 28143: 7-7/8" width, 700ft length, white color, packaged in 4-roll packs, with minimum requirements of 567 sheets per roll and 2 3/8" core diameter. Electronic bid submissions are due by 5:00 PM Central Time on January 3, 2025, with an anticipated contract award date of January 8, 2025. The contract term is one year from the effective date, with DPS reserving the right to extend for up to six months through written notification. Bidders must submit comprehensive documentation including a Direct Deposit Authorization Form, W-9, Application for Texas Identification Number, and proof of Texas business certification. DPS will evaluate responses based on best value standards in accordance with Texas Government Code 2156.007, and bidders must have satisfactory performance ratings in the Vendor Performance Tracking System.

There are no specific set-aside designations mentioned in the solicitation documents. However, vendors must complete an Information and Certifications Form that includes Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) representation and various compliance certifications. Bidders must certify compliance with Texas state regulations regarding child support, ethics, conflicts of interest, and prohibitions against boycotting certain entities. The solicitation does not guarantee minimum compensation, and contract continuation is subject to DPS funding availability. While no specific award value is listed, the procurement involves 530 total cases of paper towels. Vendors must have the capability to deliver to the specified shipping address at 1404 Lubbock Business Park Blvd, Suite 100, Lubbock, TX 79403, as outlined in Addendum No. 1. Eligibility requirements include having no active Corrective Action Plans through the Comptroller of Public Accounts and the ability to comply with comprehensive state and federal regulatory requirements.