Clear Vinyl Gloves

This invitation for bid (IFB No. IW248115) issued by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) seeks procurement of gloves for correctional facilities through a single, one-time shipment delivery. The solicitation requires bidders to supply powder-free gloves with fingertip thickness of exactly 4.0 mil with no tolerance for variance, meeting either FDA clearance or CE certification standards. Deliveries must be made to the TDCJ Prison Store at 861 I-45 Dock C, Huntsville, Texas 77320, Monday through Friday between 7:30 AM and 2:30 PM, as soon as possible following award. Historical ordering data indicates that glove purchases occur on an as-needed basis with quantities varying by usage; the most recent order was for 1,500 units. The bid opening is scheduled for April 22, 2026, at 3:00 PM, with a posting date of April 15, 2026. All bidders must acknowledge receipt of Amendment No. 1 to have their bids considered for award. Freight charges may be included in the unit price or marked separately at the vendor's discretion, and samples should only be submitted if specifically requested by TDCJ following bid submission.

The solicitation documents do not specify set-aside designations or restrictions on organization types eligible to respond, nor do they identify any incumbent vendors or current contractors. No disadvantaged enterprise (DBE) or other socioeconomic preference programs are mentioned in the available procurement materials. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on evaluation criteria established in the bid documents. No specific budget range or award value is disclosed in the materials provided; pricing is expected to be submitted on a unit basis, with the total contract value dependent on final quantities awarded at the time of purchase. Bidders must register with the TDCJ contact person by providing their name, address, fax number, and email address to ensure receipt of any future amendments or changes to the solicitation prior to the April 22, 2026 deadline.