Jersey Knit Fabric

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) is soliciting bids for a blanket purchase order to procure 50,000 pounds of jersey knit fabric through Invitation for Bids (IFB) No. IW226639. The fabric must be bleached optical white, composed of 50% cotton and 50% polyester, with specific tubular width requirements ranging from 18" to 32". The procurement is specifically for the Hightower Unit Garment Factory located in Dayton, Texas, with strict manufacturing specifications including precise machine cut and weave requirements and limited shrinkage tolerances. The initial contract term will run from the award date through August 31, 2026, with four optional one-year renewal periods potentially extending the contract through August 31, 2030. Bids are due on September 17, 2025, at 3:00 PM, with electronic submissions preferred via email to bids@tdcj.texas.gov, subject to a 10 MB attachment limit. Bidders must submit documents in Microsoft Office formats or PDF, with comprehensive compliance required with Texas procurement guidelines and correctional facility security protocols.

The solicitation includes preferences for Texas resident service-disabled veterans and other specific vendor categories, with potential set-aside opportunities for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must comply with state statutes, government codes, and public information act requirements, and will be subject to verification of procurement eligibility. The procurement emphasizes strict security requirements, including prohibitions on contraband and specific restrictions on staff and delivery personnel interactions within correctional environments. While no specific award value is explicitly stated, the large quantity of fabric (50,000 pounds) suggests a substantial contract opportunity. Vendors must adhere to comprehensive terms and conditions, including mandatory vendor identification numbers, tax exemption details, electronic funds transfer processes, and various legal certifications covering areas such as conflicts of interest, fraud prevention, and compliance with state and federal regulations. Hard copy submissions are also accepted, providing multiple submission options for potential vendors interested in this correctional facility fabric procurement.