Procurement of Egg Flats.

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) is seeking bids for the procurement of egg flats through a purchase order. The solicitation is open to vendors interested in providing these products to TDCJ and the following local jurisdictions: Walker County, and the cities of Houston. The bid submittal deadline is April 24, 2024. The contract resulting from this solicitation may be extended up to three months at the sole discretion of the State. The evaluation criteria include price, vendor past performance, product quality, and other best value considerations. Payment terms are Net 30 days from receipt of an uncontested invoice. Bidders must comply with state requirements related to matters such as Israel boycotts, energy company boycotts, and prohibitions on contracting with certain foreign-owned companies.

The solicitation does not mention any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The document also does not provide information on any incumbent vendors or current contractors, or any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The solicitation also does not specify the possible award values or budget ranges.