Upholstery Material

The Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts (CPA) Statewide Procurement Division has issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB) No. 304T-26-265A1 for upholstery material, specifically panel fabric vertical surface textile in multiple colors, primarily for the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. The procurement covers 36 line items of fabric in various colors, totaling approximately 13,737 yards, with colors ranging from neutrals like Quartz and Silver to more distinctive shades such as Wedgewood and Blue Plum. Vendors must provide detailed specifications including fiber content, breaking strength, tearing strength, colorfastness, and flammability requirements, along with sample swatches, laboratory test reports, and manufacturer's price lists. The contract will be awarded on a best value basis, potentially allowing different line items to be awarded to different vendors based on compliance with specifications, purchase price, and risk of vendor non-performance. Key procurement dates include an ESBD posting on 10/27/2025, a pre-bid conference on 11/04/2025 at 1:00 PM, a questions submission deadline of 11/07/2025, and the response due date of 11/19/2025 at 1:30 PM Central Time in Austin, TX. The initial contract term will run from January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026, with four potential renewal options extending through January 1, 2030.

Respondents must comply with extensive state and federal regulations, including certifications related to equal employment opportunities, antitrust provisions, and various legal and ethical standards. The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, but requires vendors to disclose detailed information about their business practices, legal standing, and ability to fulfill contract requirements. Vendors must certify their franchise tax status, immigration compliance, and provide proof of insurance coverage. The contract includes a 1.5% Texas SmartBuy administrative fee that contractors must factor into their pricing. While no specific incumbent vendors are mentioned, the procurement targets delivery to Cuero, TX 77954, suggesting a focused requirement for a specific state agency. Though no precise award value is specified, the comprehensive nature of the solicitation and the volume of fabric (13,737 yards) indicates a potentially significant contract value. The CPA reserves the right to terminate the contract and bar vendors from future state contracts based on performance or misconduct.