Description
The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) is requesting bids to establish a purchase order for the procurement of Thermo Plastic Resin (TPR) compound for shoes. The TPR compound will be used for direct injection molding of canvas shoe soles. The bid submission requirements include providing a quote for the TPR compound, with freight charges added into the unit cost. The bidder must also provide information about their company, including their name, address, and contact information. The TDCJ reserves the right to accept or reject any bid, and the award will be based on the best value to the state.
• The TPR compound must meet specific properties and testing standards, including Shore A hardness, elongation, density, tensile strength, and abrasion resistance.
• The bidder must provide a sample of the TPR compound for evaluation purposes, if requested.
• The TDCJ will provide submission instructions for samples, and the bidder is responsible for all costs associated with providing the sample.
• The bidder must comply with all terms and conditions of the invitation for bid, including security procedures and requirements for deliveries to correctional facilities.