Tray delivery carts

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) is requesting bids to establish a purchase order for tray delivery carts, with bids due August 7, 2026. A preference under Texas Administrative Code Rule 20.306 applies to Texas-based bidders and service-disabled veterans.

Bidders must submit detailed product information, technical specifications, certifications, and pricing in accordance with TDCJ submittal guidelines. The submission must include unit pricing on the prescribed form, signed by an authorized representative, and time-stamped at the designated TDCJ office by the deadline. Respondents must provide their Texas Identification Number (TINS) and Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN). Pricing should be quoted F.O.B. destination with freight prepaid and allowed unless otherwise specified. All responses remain firm for TDCJ acceptance for 30 days from the response due date.

TDCJ reserves the right to award based on low line-item response, low total cost, or any combination serving the state's best interest, and may extend any resulting contract up to three months at its sole discretion. The contract is not exclusive, and TDCJ makes no guarantees regarding quantity or dollar amount. All goods are subject to inspection and testing by TDCJ personnel; vendors bear all costs if products fail to meet specifications. Payment terms include cash discounts and net 30 days, with invoicing directed to TDCJ Accounts Payable in Huntsville, Texas. Purchases for State of Texas use are exempt from state and federal sales tax; TDCJ will provide tax exemption certificates upon request. Respondents must comply with TDCJ procurement regulations and are barred from contacting user department personnel — all inquiries and submissions go to the TDCJ Contracts and Procurement Division.