IW258290 - JELLY PKTS / SRDC, Rosharon TX FY27 Blanket

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice is soliciting bids to establish a blanket purchase order for assorted flavor SF jelly packets to be delivered to the Southern Region Distribution Center in Rosharon, Texas, for fiscal year 2027. The solicitation, identified as IW258290, was posted on July 13, 2026, with responses due by July 27, 2026, at 9:00 PM Central Time. This procurement is intended to support institutional food service needs within the state’s correctional facilities under the Southern Region, with all deliveries centralized at the designated distribution center. The contract type is a blanket purchase order, allowing for flexible ordering over the fiscal year under agreed-upon terms and pricing. The agency is seeking qualified vendors capable of consistently supplying the required jelly packets in various flavors, ensuring compliance with institutional standards and dietary specifications. The point of contact for inquiries is Leslie Bowers, reachable by phone at 936-437-3806 or email at leslie.bowers@tdcj.texas.gov. This solicitation falls under the state and local government (SLED) category and is managed through the Texas SmartBuy portal, where full details and submission guidelines are available. Bidders must meet all specified requirements regarding product quality, packaging, labeling, and delivery schedules, with no set-aside provisions currently identified for small or minority businesses.