Water Softener Salt

This is a state-level procurement opportunity issued by the Statewide Procurement Division (SPD), a division of the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts (CPA), for the supply of water softener salt. The major customer for these items is the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ). The contract will cover multiple jurisdictions, including Harris County and the City of Houston. The procurement is through an Invitation for Bid (IFB), with a response due date of January 16, 2024. The initial contract term is from the effective date until July 31, 2025, with up to four one-year renewal options. The solicitation outlines detailed product specifications, insurance requirements, delivery terms, invoicing and reporting responsibilities, and the evaluation and award process. Pricing will be firm, all-inclusive, with the ability to adjust annually based on the Producer Price Index.

The IFB does not require a HUB Subcontracting Plan unless the respondent intends to use subcontractors. No set-asides or incumbent vendors are mentioned. The funding source is not explicitly stated, but it is likely from state and local government budgets. The contract value or budget range is not provided in the available documents.