Promotional and Branded Merchandise

The Texas Veterans Commission is soliciting vendors to provide promotional and branded merchandise to support outreach efforts across state locations including the Alliance Workforce Center, Claims Southwest District, and HQ. This procurement, identified by solicitation number 403-2026-1801-004, targets the production and delivery of items such as pens, mugs, lanyards, stickers, water bottles, apparel, bags, and technology accessories—all to be branded with TVC-approved artwork and adhering strictly to its visual identity guidelines. The contract has a strict not-to-exceed value of $50,000 with no options or extensions permitted, and all pricing must be itemized and transparent, excluding hidden fees. Offers must be submitted by August 4, 2026, via email in PDF format to Purchasing@tvc.texas.gov, and must include compliance certifications confirming the vendor is not debarred, has not colluded on pricing, is in good standing under Texas child support requirements, and is fully compliant with relevant Texas Government Code chapters governing procurement, ethics, and contract performance. Award will be made using a best value trade-off approach, not based on lowest price alone, with scoring allocated across four factors: price (40 points), quality (25 points), delivery and logistics (20 points), and experience with government or public sector clients (15 points). Quality criteria emphasize durability, material integrity, imprint accuracy, and consistency with TVC standards, while delivery performance must align with outreach timelines and site-specific needs. All merchandise must be packaged to maintain product appearance during transit and delivered to locations designated by TVC within Texas, with acceptance contingent upon inspection by the Commission. Defective items must be replaced at no cost to the state. Payment will be processed within 30 days of invoice receipt under the Texas Prompt Payment Act, and vendors must affirm compliance with all state legal and financial accountability requirements. No specific packaging standards, military specifications, barcoding requirements, or CAGE/UEI identifiers are mandated, and no Contracting Officer’s Representative is designated; all administration is handled by the primary point of contact, Deborah Delgado, whose email and phone are provided for all procurement inquiries.