As needed Emergency and Construction Repair Services at Richmond State Supported Living Center

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) has issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB No. HHS0016345v2) for as-needed emergency and construction repair services at the Richmond State Supported Living Center, located in Fort Bend County. The procurement seeks contractors to provide comprehensive maintenance and repair services, including plumbing, concrete work, ceiling/roof repairs, flooring installation, electrical work, general carpentry, and emergency building repairs. Bidders must demonstrate a minimum of three years of relevant experience, with specific licensure requirements for electrical and plumbing work, including Journeyman Electrician and Plumber licenses. The solicitation was posted on October 6, 2025, with questions due by October 9, 2025, and final bids due by October 20, 2025, at 2:30 PM. Evaluation criteria will focus on bidders' ability to meet specifications, performance delivery requirements, and pricing, with HHSC selecting the bid that provides the best value to the State of Texas. The initial contract term will begin upon award and expire on August 31, 2026, with potential for a one-year extension at HHSC's discretion.

The contract requires comprehensive insurance coverage, including workers' compensation, commercial general liability, commercial automobile liability, professional liability, and umbrella liability insurance. While no specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned in the available documentation, contractors will be required to submit firm, fixed pricing for the entire contract term using unit prices on the provided Pricing Sheet (Exhibit C). The solicitation does not indicate information about incumbent vendors or existing infrastructure requirements. Although a specific budget range is not provided, the contract's scope suggests a substantial investment in maintenance and repair services for the Richmond State Supported Living Center. Potential bidders should carefully review the complete solicitation documents, particularly the insurance requirements and technical specifications, to ensure full compliance with the HHSC's procurement standards and expectations for emergency and construction repair services.