Resin

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) Contracts and Procurement Department has issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB) with Solicitation Number IW231291 for the procurement of Thermo Plastic Resin (TFR) Compound specifically used for direct injection molding of canvas shoe soles. The procurement targets 35,400 pounds of resin compound, manufactured by Sol L Termoplasticos, with the precise model CT095-60A-B60096. Technical specifications require stringent testing standards for shore hardness, elongation, density, and tensile strength, with mandatory ASTM testing compliance. Bids must be submitted electronically to bids@tdcj.texas.gov by October 29, 2025, at 3 P.M., with bidders required to provide one original signed hard copy response. Evaluation criteria will comprehensively assess price, bidder's previous performance, quality, and strict adherence to technical specifications. Delivery is designated to the TDCJ Clements Unit Shoe Factory in Amarillo, Texas, with specific security protocols governing the delivery process.

While no specific set-aside designations or disadvantaged enterprise requirements are explicitly mentioned in the documentation, bidders must comply with Texas state regulations and provide comprehensive legal documentation verifying eligibility. The solicitation implies potential for price adjustments and includes provisions for ongoing vendor performance assessment. Though a specific award value is not disclosed, the procurement appears focused on a targeted volume of 35,400 pounds of specialized resin compound. Bidders must demonstrate technical capability, manufacturing precision, and ability to meet exacting government procurement standards. The contract seems structured for a single-source or limited-vendor procurement, with emphasis on quality, consistency, and reliable delivery of a specialized manufacturing material essential to the TDCJ's shoe production operations.