Texas DIR/ESBD #IW233690

TDCJ Solicitation for Thermo Plastic Resin Compound for Shoe Sole Manufacturing

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) is seeking bids for a Blanket Purchase Order to supply thermo plastic resin compound for use in manufacturing canvas shoe soles at its Clements Unit Shoe Factory in Amarillo, TX. - Government Buyer: - Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ), Contracts and Procurement Department - Office located at Two Financial Plaza, Suite 703, Huntsville, TX - Products/Services Requested: - Thermo Plastic Resin (TPR) Compound for direct injection molding of canvas shoe soles - Part number: 520-59 - Estimated quantity: 450,000 pounds - Color: Tan - Technical specifications include: - Shore A hardness 60 +/- 2 - Elongation >450% - Density 1.1 g/cc +/- 0.02 - Tensile strength 2.5 MPA +/- 0.25 - Abrasion resistance >450 mm3 - Tear strength 24 N/mm +/- 2 - Injection melt temperature 140-150°C +/- 2°C - Melt flow index >60 at 190°C/5 kg - Must meet ASTM, DIN, and ISO standards - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Bidders may be required to submit a 50 lb sample for evaluation and quality testing - Compliance with Texas procurement laws and Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) subcontracting requirements - Orders are placed as needed; no minimum or maximum guaranteed - Contract may be canceled with 30 days' written notice and is subject to annual funding - Delivery Location: - TDCJ Clements Unit Shoe Factory, 9601 Spur 591, Amarillo, TX 79107

Description

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice is soliciting bids to establish a Blanket Purchase Order (BPO) for the procurement of thermo plastic resin compound. The contract term will be from the date of award through August 31, 2026, with four optional renewal years. Quantities are estimated for evaluation purposes and orders will be placed on an as-needed basis. The department may require samples prior to award to test product quality, and electronic bid submission is preferred.

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