Raw Materials - Aluminum Tubing

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice is soliciting bids for the procurement of aluminum tubing as raw materials under solicitation number IW257847, with the request posted on July 9, 2026, and responses due by July 24, 2026, at 9:00 PM Central Time. This procurement is classified as a SLED-type solicitation, meaning it is targeted toward state, local, or educational institutions, and is being managed by the Texas agency without any specific set-aside provisions. The aluminum tubing will be used for operational needs within TDCJ facilities across Texas, with the place of performance not further specified beyond the state boundary. Candice Johnson serves as the primary point of contact for inquiries, reachable via phone at 936-437-3830 or email at candice.johnson@tdcj.texas.gov. All bids must be submitted through the Texas SmartBuy portal, and no NAICS code has been assigned to this solicitation. The contract will be established via purchase order upon award, and vendors are expected to meet all technical and delivery requirements outlined in the full solicitation document.