Cable_Internet_Services_Rusk State Hospital

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is seeking bids to establish contract(s) for basic cable television services for residential homes, and broadband business internet services at the Rusk State Hospital (RSH) located in Cherokee County and Rowlett City, Texas. The solicitation requires respondents to provide monthly recurring rates per unit for basic cable services for patient units, broadband internet, cable television set-top box leases, and basic cable services for non-patient areas. Respondents must demonstrate their capability to fulfill the contract requirements by submitting completed forms, references, qualifications, and other pertinent information. The response deadline is August 13, 2024, and the anticipated contract start date is September 1, 2024. The initial contract term is two years with no renewal options.

The solicitation is open to any qualified bidder, with no apparent set-aside requirements. The historical monetary value for the same or similar services for the period of September 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024 was $26,449.00, but HHSC does not guarantee any minimum volume or compensation to the awarded contractor. The solicitation documents do not specify any incumbent vendors or current contractors. The contract will be funded through state appropriations.