As Needed Tire, Brake, and Suspension Repair for Abilene State Supported Living Center

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) has issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB) number HHS0015863V2 for as-needed tire, brake, and suspension repair services for the Abilene State Supported Living Center's vehicle fleet. The procurement seeks a contractor located within 15 miles of the service location who can provide comprehensive vehicle maintenance, including tire rotations, balancing, wheel alignments, brake and suspension system repairs, and emergency towing services. Bidders must demonstrate a minimum of three years of relevant experience and provide three verifiable references from similar contracts completed within the last five years. The contract will run from the award date through August 31, 2027, with a potential one-year extension. Key submission deadlines include March 12, 2025, at 5:00 PM CT for questions, with responses posted by March 17, 2025, and a final bid submission deadline of March 21, 2025, at 10:30 AM CT. Evaluation criteria will focus on best value to the state, considering the bidder's ability to meet performance requirements and overall pricing.

The solicitation does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Contractors must carry multiple insurance coverages, including workers' compensation, commercial general liability, commercial automobile liability, professional liability, and umbrella liability insurance. The historical spend for similar services was $15,193 from September 2023 to August 2024, which provides insight into the potential contract value. The fleet consists of 89 vehicles spanning model years from 1970 to 2023, including various trucks, vans, buses, and sedans, with a mix of passenger transport and utility vehicles. Pricing must remain firm and fixed for the contract term, with potential Consumer Price Index-based adjustments. The contractor must be capable of responding to emergency service calls within 4 hours and demonstrate the ability to service a diverse fleet of vehicles, including specialized transport vehicles and general-purpose fleet vehicles typical of a state-supported living center.