Exhibit_E-1_PCS_Map_Directions.pdf

This is a directions and location guide document for the Texas Department of State Health Services' Procurement and Contracting Services (PCS) office, which handles bid submissions for state contracts including Lead Sample Analysis Services. The document provides the physical address and access information for the PCS office located at 1100 W. 49th Street in Austin, Texas, where in-person bids must be submitted. The building is a single-level structure with a main entrance on the east side, accessible via North Loop on the north side or Grover Road on the west side. Free parking is available on both the east and west sides of the building, with ADA-designated spaces positioned closest to the main entrance for accessibility.

The PCS office maintains standard business hours from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and is closed on state holidays as outlined on the Texas SAO website. Prospective bidders can contact PCS customer service at 512-406-2500 for additional questions or clarification. The document includes GPS coordinates (30.32115, -97.73325) and a QR code to facilitate navigation to the facility, ensuring bidders can locate the submission site efficiently. The office is positioned adjacent to the DSHS Lab within the broader state health services complex.