As needed Oral and Maxillofacial Services, Austin State Supported Living Center

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) has issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB) numbered HHS0016350 for as-needed oral and maxillofacial surgical services at the Austin State Supported Living Center (AuSSLC), located in Travis County. The procurement seeks a contractor to provide comprehensive oral surgical services including consults, radiographs, extractions, alveoli plasties, jaw fracture consultations, and other maxillofacial surgical procedures for center residents. Bidders must be located within 25 miles of the center and meet specific qualifications, including three years of relevant experience, a current Texas State Dental Board License, DEA registration, CPR certification, and the ability to perform risk assessments and provide appropriate anesthesia. The solicitation emphasizes best value to the state, considering factors such as the bidder's ability to meet requirements, performance delivery, and pricing. The bid is due on August 8, 2025, at 10:30 AM, with an initial contract term from September 1, 2025, to August 31, 2026, and options for up to two one-year renewals.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders are required to complete several exhibits, including HHS Solicitation Affirmations, a Bidder Reference Form, and a Pricing Sheet, with detailed documentation demonstrating financial capability, operational capacity, and minimum experience qualifications. The historical spend for similar services is approximately $8,000 from September 1, 2024, to June 1, 2025, with pricing to be firm and fixed for the contract term and potential adjustments based on the Consumer Price Index. Contractors must provide three verifiable references for similar contracts within the last three years and submit a comprehensive narrative describing their operational capabilities. Failure to submit required documents will result in bid disqualification. The pricing will be evaluated based on a competitive bidding process, with an emphasis on meeting the technical requirements and providing the best overall value to the state of Texas.