Frozen Chopped Beef Brisket in BBQ Sauce

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice is soliciting bids to establish blanket purchase orders for the procurement of frozen chopped beef brisket in barbecue sauce, to be delivered to multiple facilities across Texas. The solicitation, identified as IW258164, was posted on July 13, 2026, with responses due by July 27, 2026, and is being managed under the state’s procurement system. The contract is open to qualified vendors who can consistently supply the specified product in compliance with state requirements, with deliveries coordinated to various TDCJ locations throughout the state. Point of contact for inquiries is Marie-Ange Jackson, reachable via phone at 936-437-3897 or email at marie-ange.jackson@tdcj.texas.gov. The procurement does not specify a set-aside for small or disadvantaged businesses, and no NAICS code is provided. All bids must be submitted through the Texas SmartBuy portal, and vendors are expected to meet the quality, quantity, and delivery timelines required for institutional food service operations. The contract will serve ongoing needs within the state’s correctional facilities, emphasizing reliable supply chain performance and adherence to food safety and logistical standards.