Invitation to Bid - IW235854 - Custom Fabric Patches for Hightower Garment Factory located in Dayton, TX

The State of Texas, specifically the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ), is seeking bids for Invitation to Bid IW235854, which involves the procurement of custom fabric patches for the Hightower Garment Factory located in Dayton, TX. The solicitation requires vendors to manufacture and supply fabric patches with specific design and quality requirements, including detailed specifications for material composition, dimensions, color, attachment methods, and overall quality standards. Bidders must submit comprehensive proposals that demonstrate their ability to meet precise technical specifications, including exact patch characteristics and production capabilities. The bid was posted on November 18, 2025, with a firm submission deadline of December 9, 2025. Evaluation criteria will focus on pricing competitiveness, quality compliance, delivery capability, and strict adherence to the technical specifications outlined in Attachment A. Interested vendors must carefully review all bid documents, including the main invitation, attachment specifications, and disclaimer document to ensure full understanding of the procurement requirements.

The procurement appears to have potential set-aside considerations for minority and women-owned business enterprises (MWBE), consistent with Texas procurement regulations. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the solicitation is funded through state budgetary allocations for the Hightower Garment Factory's operational supplies. Vendors must certify compliance with state regulations and demonstrate the capacity to deliver products meeting the specified timeline and quality standards. The bid requires interested parties to submit their contact information to receive potential amendments, with all updates to be posted on the Electronic State Business Daily. No incumbent vendor information is explicitly identified in the provided documents. Potential bidders are advised to proactively communicate with the TDCJ contact person and ensure they receive all amendments by providing their name, address, fax number, and email address. The procurement seeks to establish a contract for the supply of custom fabric patches that meet the precise operational needs of the Hightower Garment Factory.