Thermo Plastics Resin

Background
The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) is seeking bids to establish a purchase order for the procurement of Thermo Plastic Resin. The TDCJ's mission includes providing public safety and rehabilitation services. This procurement is aimed at supporting their operational needs.

Work Details
The contract involves supplying Thermo Plastic Resin (TPR) compound specifically for direct injection molding of canvas shoe soles. The specifications include:
- Color: Tan
- Manufacturer: Sol L Teromplastics
- Brand/Model: CTO95-60A-BG0096
- Properties and required testing standards include:
1) Shore A Hardness after 3 seconds: 60 +/- 2 (ASTM - 2240)
2) Elongation: 500% >450 (ASTM D412-c)
3) Density: 1.1 G/cc +/- 0.02 (23 degrees Celsius, ASTM D-792)
4) Tensile Strength: 2.5 MPA +/- 0.25 (ASTM D412-c)
5) Abrasion Resistance: >450 MM3 (DIN 53516)
6) Tear Strength: 24 N/MM >22 (ISO 527)
7) Injection Melt Temperature: 140-150 degrees Celsius +/- 2 degrees Celsius
8) Melt Flow Index: >60 - at 190 degrees Celsius - /5 KG (ASTM-D1238).
Delivery is to be made to the TDCT Clements Unit Shoe Factory located at 9601 Spur 591, Amarillo, TX.

Period of Performance
The contract period will commence upon award and is expected to continue until the completion of the delivery requirements as specified in the solicitation. The bid opening date is set for August 11, 2025.

Place of Performance
Deliveries are to be made to the TDCT Clements Unit Shoe Factory located at 9601 Spur 591, Amarillo, TX.

Bidder Requirements
Bidders must comply with all applicable state laws and regulations regarding procurement. They must certify that they are not suspended or debarred from receiving federal contracts and provide documentation confirming compliance with E-Verify requirements. Additionally, bidders must ensure that they do not have any outstanding debts to the State of Texas.