IW268478 - Bulls for Breeding

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) is soliciting bids under solicitation number IW268478 to establish a purchase order for the procurement of breeding bulls. The procurement requires bulls to be registered with specific associations, including the American Angus, American Brahman, American Hereford, American Red Angus, International Brangus, or America Charolais associations. Bidders are responsible for all registration transfer fees and must transfer papers to the TDCJ Agriculture Administration in active status. The bid opening deadline is August 31, 2027, at 3 P.M., with deliveries to be made to the TDCJ Agribusiness, Land and Minerals facility in Huntsville, Texas, under F.O.B. Destination Prepaid and Allowed terms. Strict health and quality standards are mandated for acceptance. Each shipment must be accompanied by a health certificate and a Breeding Soundness Examination (BSE) performed by a licensed veterinarian no more than 30 days prior to delivery. Bulls must test negative for Brucellosis and meet Texas Animal Health Commission requirements for Tuberculosis and Trichomoniasis. Only animals classified as a satisfactory potential breeder based on semen morphology, motility, scrotal circumference, and structural soundness will be accepted. Following delivery, the TDCJ will conduct a secondary evaluation within 10 business days using Society for Theriogenology parameters. Award decisions are based on a combination of factors, including the respondent's previous record of performance, quality and conformance to specifications, and other best value factors. Bidders must provide a Texas Identification Number System (T.I.N.S.) number and certify compliance with various state and federal regulations, including E-Verify usage, non-discrimination laws, and prohibitions against contracting with foreign terrorist organizations. Payments are encouraged via electronic funds transfer, and invoices must be itemized exactly as listed on the purchase order.