Animal Feed, Vitamins, and Supplements

The Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts, through the Statewide Procurement Division, is soliciting sealed bids for the procurement of animal feed, vitamins, and supplements under solicitation number 304T-27-325M2.2. The primary customers for these goods are the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, the Department of Public Safety, and the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. The contract includes specific line items for Coastal Bermuda Hay, Alfalfa Hay, and Starter Basemix for Nursery Pigs. All products must meet strict quality standards, including the prohibition of Restricted Use Protein Products for TDCJ deliveries and specific nutritional and packaging requirements, such as 40 to 50 pound double-walled plastic-lined bags. The contract term begins upon the effective date of the award and expires on August 31, 2027. Awards are based on the best value for each line item, considering purchase price, compliance with specifications, and vendor risk. Shipping is FOB Destination, with unit prices required to include all delivery and fuel surcharges. Respondents must submit a comprehensive package by September 24, 2026, including a mandatory price sheet and various certifications regarding insurance, ethics, and legal compliance. Vendors are subject to performance evaluations, and failure to meet material specifications may result in the rejection of shipments at the contractor's expense.