Procurement of Egg Crates.

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Contracts and Procurement Department is soliciting bids for the procurement of red plastic egg crates through an Invitation for Bids (IFB) issued on August 21, 2025. The specific procurement is for a red plastic egg crate (Stock Number 685-35) with precise specifications of 26"L x 14"W x 15"H, weighing 7 pounds, and capable of holding 30 dozen eggs per case. The manufacturer specification is for a Kuhl brand crate with item number 360-261415-RED, to be delivered to the TDCJ Mainwright (formerly Eastham) Unit Farm Office in Lovelady, TX. Electronic bid submissions are preferred via bids@tdcj.texas.gov with a 10 MB attachment limit, though hard copy submissions of one original signed paper copy are also acceptable. The bid opening is scheduled for September 5, 2025, at 3 P.M., with bidders required to demonstrate compliance with state procurement regulations and certification of eligibility.

The solicitation includes specific preferences for Texas-based vendors, with particular emphasis on service-disabled veteran-owned businesses. Bidders must certify compliance with state procurement laws and adhere to various ethical and legal standards. The contract includes provisions for payment, delivery, and inspection, with potential termination based on fund availability. While a specific award value is not explicitly stated, the procurement appears to be for a standardized agricultural supply contract. The opportunity is restricted to vendors who can meet the detailed specifications, comply with Texas state procurement regulations, and demonstrate the capacity to deliver the specified red plastic egg crates to the designated TDCJ facility. Potential bidders must carefully review all requirements, including residency preferences, service-disabled veteran business considerations, and specific product manufacturing specifications.