Orange Dye Cuffs

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Contracts and Procurement Department has issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB) for the procurement of 40,000 pairs of orange stay fast dye cuffs, identified as Bid Number 1M223474. The cuffs must be manufactured from 100% cotton, colored orange, with specific dimensional requirements including an 8" cut length, 4" folded length, and a width between 2.25" and 3.5". Delivery is specified for the Robertson Unit Garment Factory in Abilene, Texas. The bid opening is scheduled for July 14, 2025 at 3 P.M., with electronic submission preferred via bids@tdcj.texas.gov. Potential bidders must submit their responses by this date and time, with a deadline for submitting questions set for July 03, 2025 at 3:00 AM (CST). Bidders are required to comply with Texas state statutes, verify eligibility to participate in the transaction, and adhere to suspension, debarment, and terrorism watch list restrictions.

The procurement includes specific security provisions requiring delivery staff to follow strict guidelines when accessing correctional facilities, including prohibitions on inmate interactions. Bidders must agree that any payments due under the contract can be applied towards delinquent taxes, child support, or other state-owed debts. While no specific set-aside designations or disadvantaged enterprise requirements are explicitly mentioned, vendors must complete mandatory certifications and comply with state and federal regulations. Bidders are required to use the Texas Identification Number System (T.I.N.S.) and set up electronic funds transfer. Although a specific contract value is not disclosed, the procurement of 40,000 cuff pairs suggests a substantial contract opportunity. Vendors must also provide material safety data sheets and comply with state privacy and ethics standards, demonstrating the comprehensive nature of the procurement process.