Opportunity
Texas DIR/ESBD #IW249046
Solicitation for Frozen Diced Carrots for Texas Department of Criminal Justice
Posted
April 23, 2026
Respond By
May 08, 2026
Identifier
IW249046
NAICS
424420
The Texas Department of Criminal Justice is seeking bids for the supply and delivery of frozen diced carrots to its Cold and Dry Storage facility in Palestine, Texas. - Government Buyer: - Texas Department of Criminal Justice, Institutional Division (Contracts and Procurement Department) - Primary contact: Leslie Bowers - Products Requested: - 10,800 cases of individually quick frozen (IQF) diced carrots - Each case: 30 lbs, poly blue liner - Part numbers referenced: GF11527, 385-96 - Total requirement: 30 loads - Product Requirements: - Grade B quality - Halal and Kosher certified - Product of the USA - Two-year shelf life - Specification sheet available upon request - Delivery & Distribution: - Delivery to TDCJ Cold and Dry Storage, 1002 San Jacinto Street, Palestine, TX - Distribution to multiple highway districts across Texas - Strict compliance with TDCJ security procedures for correctional facility deliveries (security escorts, vehicle/staff searches, contraband restrictions) - Vendor Requirements: - CTCD certification required for all bidders - No specific OEMs or brand names are mentioned; open to all qualified suppliers meeting the stated specifications.
Description
The Texas Department of Criminal Justice is soliciting bids for the procurement of frozen diced carrots, specifically 30LB cases with poly blue liners, totaling 30 loads. The carrots are to be delivered to Palestine, Texas, and multiple highway districts across Texas. The solicitation requires compliance with TDCJ security procedures for deliveries to correctional facilities. The estimated contract value is $119,880, and a CTCD certification is required for bidders.