Instant Oatmeal

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) is currently requesting bids to establish a purchase order for the procurement of instant oatmeal for resale in TDCJ commissaries statewide. The contract will serve the jurisdictions of Walker County and multiple areas within the city of Houston, Texas. The IFB outlines detailed product specifications, estimated annual quantities, and bid submission requirements. Bidders must provide unit pricing, total bid pricing, and associated delivery costs. The contract term is for one year with up to four one-year renewal options. Bids are due by February 23, 2024, and the contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.

There are no set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond to this solicitation. The current incumbent contractor is not identified. The funding for this contract will come from TDCJ's commissary operations budget, but the specific funding amounts are not disclosed. Interested bidders must submit their contact information to the TDCJ to ensure they receive any amendments to the solicitation, which will be posted on the Electronic State Business Daily.