As Needed Locksmith Services Austin State Supported Living Center

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) has issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB) numbered HHS0016275 for as-needed locksmith services at the Austin State Supported Living Center, covering Travis County and multiple Austin City jurisdictions. The procurement seeks a contractor to provide comprehensive locksmith services including key duplication, lock rekeying, lock installation, and repairs for various facility locks such as combination keypads, file cabinets, door locks, and vehicle locks. Contractors must have at least three years of relevant experience, hold a Texas Department of Public Safety locksmith license, and provide a minimum of three verifiable references. The contract will be awarded based on best value to the State of Texas, considering factors like meeting specifications, performance capabilities, and price. Key procurement dates include a question submission deadline of August 5, 2025, and a final response/bid due date of August 20, 2025, with the initial contract term running from September 1, 2025, to August 31, 2026, and options for two additional one-year renewals through August 31, 2028.

The solicitation does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The historical spend for similar services is approximately $75,000 for the period from September 1, 2024, to August 31, 2025, with the pricing sheet including provisions for a fixed annual contract, standard and overtime labor rates, and a parts usage estimate of $10,000 with a markup not to exceed 20%. Contractors must comply with numerous state regulations, including restrictions on doing business with certain foreign entities, participation in the E-Verify program, and mandatory cybersecurity training. The procurement requires comprehensive insurance coverage, including workers' compensation, commercial general liability, and professional liability insurance. Bidders must complete multiple mandatory attachments, including Solicitation Affirmations, Pricing Sheet, and a Bidder Reference Form, with strict consequences for false representations, potentially including contract termination and legal repercussions.