As Needed High/Low Electrical Maintenance Services Austin State Supported Living Center

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) has issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB No. HHS0015944) for As Needed High/Low Electrical Maintenance Services at the Austin State Supported Living Center (AuSSLC), covering Travis County and multiple Austin City jurisdictions. The procurement seeks a contractor to provide comprehensive electrical maintenance labor for repair and replacement of electrical services on an as-needed basis. Specific service requirements include electrical evaluations, work on existing and new construction, locating buried lines, circuit tracing and testing, and transformer replacement. Contractors must demonstrate a minimum workforce of three licensed Journeyman Electricians and three registered Apprentice Electricians, with a Journeyman Electrician always on-site to supervise work. The solicitation requires the ability to work on electrical systems ranging from 24V to 1200kV, including high voltage power lines and transformers. Key dates include March 21, 2025, for questions, and April 1, 2025, for bid responses, with the initial contract term beginning upon award and expiring on August 31, 2025. Evaluation will be based on comprehensive submission of required documentation, including the Bidder Reference Form, Solicitation Affirmations, and Pricing Sheet.

The procurement does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The historical spend for similar services is approximately $50,000 for the period from October 27, 2023, to August 31, 2024, suggesting a modest contract value. Pricing will be firm and fixed for the contract term, with potential future adjustments based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI). Contractors must maintain appropriate insurance coverage, including workers' compensation, commercial general liability, and professional liability insurance. The solicitation requires vendors to complete a two-step registration process for the HHS Online Bid Room, which can take up to five business days to complete. Bidders must submit a comprehensive package including an XML Price Sheet, with a markup on parts/materials not to exceed 20%, and an estimated annual parts usage of $10,000. The procurement emphasizes comprehensive qualification requirements, including detailed reference checks, operational capabilities, and compliance with various state and federal regulations.