ESBD_487082_1770990756821_HHS0017002_Addendum 1.pdf

This is a Solicitation Addendum Acknowledgement Form issued by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC), Procurement and Contracting Services, for solicitation HHS0017002 regarding Tamper Proof Grilles. The addendum, dated February 12, 2026, provides clarifications and answers to questions submitted by potential respondents. Key specifications detailed in the addendum include grille dimensions of 12x12 inches for item D5 (quantity 25 units) and 16x16 inches for item F7 (quantity 3 units), with carbon steel construction in off-white finish. The solicitation due date and time is February 19, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. Respondents are required to acknowledge receipt of this addendum by signing and returning it with their solicitation response according to the submission options outlined in the original solicitation, or by emailing the signed acknowledgement to pcsbids@hhsc.state.tx.us prior to the deadline. Failure to submit the acknowledgement may result in disqualification.

The addendum specifies that pricing should be submitted on a firm/actual basis and establishes technical requirements for the grilles, including that they must feature thread and sight-resistant cores with 12-gauge Torx T25 tamper-proof screws. A specification sheet is required as part of the submission. Respondents should direct questions or requests for additional information to Tracie Ogle at Tracie.ogle@hhs.texas.gov or by phone at 512-776-2326. The PCS Contact Information and acknowledgement procedures are outlined in the form to ensure all respondents are operating under the same addendum terms.