# Texas DIR/ESBD #IW264335

Texas Department of Criminal Justice requests female embryos for heifers

**Posted:** September 17, 2026
**Respond By:** October 01, 2026
**Identifier:** IW264335
**NAICS:** 424520

This opportunity from the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, Institutional Division, is for the procurement of female embryos intended for use with heifers.
- Government Buyer:
  - Texas Department of Criminal Justice, Institutional Division (Tx Dept Crim. Justice/inst Div - 696)
  - Located in Huntsville, Walker County, Texas
- Products/Services Requested:
  - Female embryos for heifers
  - Classified under NIGP code 87530 (Frozen Semen, Veterinary)
  - No specific part numbers or quantities provided
- OEMs and Vendors:
  - No OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation
- Notable Requirements:
  - Electronic submission required via Euna Procurement (Bonfire) portal
  - Respondents must monitor the portal for amendments
  - Broad delivery/service area across multiple highway districts in Texas
- Estimated Contract Value:
  - $94,862
- Unique Aspects:
  - Focus on female embryos for livestock breeding
  - No administrative or procedural details included beyond submission requirements

### Description

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) is seeking bids to establish a purchase order for the procurement of female embryos. The solicitation requires responses by October 1, 2026, at 3:00 PM. The procurement is managed through the Texas SmartBuy portal and involves multiple highway districts in Texas. The estimated contract value is $94,862. The contact for this solicitation is Carolyn Dahlen.

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