Anti-Ligature Mirrors and Grab Bars ADA Compliant

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for anti-ligature mirrors and grab bars that are ADA compliant, specifically for a facility located in Big Spring, Texas. The procurement seeks to acquire 55 white framed stainless steel mirrors (24" x 36") and various lengths of ligature-resistant grab bars, including 12 units of 48" and 42" grab bars, 24 units of 36" grab bars, and 12 units of 24" grab bars. These products are designed for mental health and suicide-resistant applications in hospital settings, with a focus on patient safety and infection control. The solicitation was posted on December 4, 2025, with a response deadline of December 19, 2025, at 10:30 AM Central Time. Bidders must submit comprehensive responses including Exhibit A (HHS Solicitation Affirmations), Exhibit C (Pricing Sheet), and Exhibit E (Product Specifications). HHSC will evaluate responses based on bidders meeting or exceeding specifications, ability to meet delivery requirements, and price, with the goal of awarding to the vendor offering the best value to the State of Texas.

The solicitation does not mandate a Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) Subcontracting Plan, though such plans are encouraged if subcontracting opportunities exist. No specific set-asides for disadvantaged enterprises were identified in the documentation. The contract term runs from the date of award through August 31, 2026, with a potential one-year extension at HHSC's discretion. Historical spend for similar goods ranged between $25,050.00 and $50,000.00 for fiscal year 2025, though this is provided only as a guideline and does not guarantee any specific purchase volume. Contractors must be prepared to implement immediate price decreases and may request price adjustments only in accordance with specific indices or federal minimum wage rate changes. Responses can be submitted via email to PCSBids@hhs.texas.gov, through the HHS Online Bid Room, or by hand delivery or overnight mail of a USB drive. Importantly, HHSC does not guarantee any usage or compensation to contractors, and all contracts remain subject to appropriations and fund availability.