Procurement of Poisons Weed Killers Herbicides Liquid

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Contracts and Procurement Department is soliciting bids for a procurement of poisons, weed killers, and herbicides liquid, specifically Acuron Herbicide, through Invitation for Bid No. IM234258. The procurement involves two line items: 3,000 containers and 12,000 jugs of Acuron Herbicide, which contains a specific chemical composition of 23.4% S-Metolachlor, 10.93% Atrazine, 2.68% Mesotrione, and 0.65% Bicyclopyrene. Delivery will be to the TDCJ Ramsey Unit Farm Office in Rosharon, TX, with vendors required to calibrate pumps upon delivery. The bid is scheduled to open on November 14, 2025, at 3 P.M. in Huntsville, TX, with electronic submissions preferred via email (bids@tdcj.texas.gov) with a 10 MB attachment limit, and hard copy submissions also accepted. Vendors must provide material safety data sheets and comply with Texas state procurement regulations, including accessibility standards and various certifications regarding business practices.

The solicitation includes several state bidder preferences, such as preferences for Texas resident service-disabled veterans, Texas native vegetation, and products made from recycled materials. Potential vendors must demonstrate compliance with Texas Public Information Act requirements and E-Verify system standards, and provide certifications that they are not engaging in boycotts or discriminatory practices. Payment terms are set at thirty calendar days after invoice receipt or goods delivery, with potential contract extension options at the state's discretion. While specific award values are not explicitly stated, the procurement involves significant quantities of herbicide across multiple line items. The contract appears open to various vendors who can meet the technical specifications, compliance requirements, and demonstrate the ability to deliver the specified herbicide products to the TDCJ Ramsey Unit Farm Office, with an emphasis on supporting Texas-based and service-disabled veteran-owned businesses.