Bidders must comply with all rules, regulations, and statutes relating to purchasing in
Texas. Bids must be submitted on the specified form, including unit prices. No substitutions are permitted without written approval. Goods will be subject to inspection and testing. Vendors must meet all applicable OSHA standards and regulations. Samples, when requested, must be furnished free of expense. The state reserves the right to rebid, award on the basis of low line item bid, low total of line items, or any other combination that will serve the best interest of the state. Delivery shall be made during normal working hours, unless prior approval has been obtained from the TDCJ. The contract shall be governed by the laws of the state of
Texas. Payment will be made thirty calendar days after receipt of an uncontested invoice. Invoices must be itemized and reference the purchase order number. Separate invoices for each shipment are required. The vendor shall indemnify and hold harmless the state of
Texas and customers. Any dispute arising under this contract will be resolved through mutual agreement. The payment of money is contingent upon the availability of funds appropriated by the legislature. If the funds appropriated are not sufficient, the TDCJ may terminate the contract. Bidders must have a
Texas Identification Number System (TINS) number and an Employer Identification Number (EIN). Additional documents may be required, with deadlines for delivery. Participation criteria, process stages, cost of the dispute, deadlines for clarification and objection, exclusivity for certain types of companies, deadlines for starting services, and deadlines for total delivery of services are not explicitly mentioned.