Prunes - Corpus Location

Background
The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) is seeking bids to establish a purchase order for the procurement of prunes. This initiative is part of TDCJ's mission to provide necessary food supplies for its facilities, ensuring that inmates receive adequate nutrition.

Work Details
The contract involves the supply of 600 boxes of whole, pitted, dried prunes, specifically 60-70 count size, U.S. Grade B. The prunes must be packed in sealed food-grade polybags and then placed in sealed cardboard boxes. Each box should weigh 25 lbs. A USDA grade certificate and stamping on all visible cases are required. The minimum order quantity is 1400 boxes, and delivery will be made to South Texas Cold Storage LLC located at 260 McBride Ln, Corpus Christi, TX 78408-2338.

Period of Performance
The contract period is not explicitly stated in the solicitation; however, bids must be received by February 18, 2026, indicating that the performance or delivery will occur shortly thereafter.

Place of Performance
The products will be delivered to South Texas Cold Storage LLC at 260 McBride Ln, Corpus Christi, TX 78408-2338.

Bidder Requirements
Bidders must comply with all applicable state regulations and statutes regarding procurement. They must not be subject to suspension or debarment by any governmental entity and must not be listed on the Federal Government's Terrorism Watch List. Additionally, bidders are required to provide proof of eligibility through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s E-Verify system.