Campus Central Well Repair Lufkin State Supported Living Center

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) has issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB) for campus central well repair services at the Lufkin State Supported Living Center, specifically targeting the inspection and potential rehabilitation of water well #2. The solicitation, identified as HHS0015876, seeks a contractor to perform comprehensive well services including disassembly of existing equipment, camera inspection of the well shaft, and potential well rehabilitation for a 1,280-foot deep well with equipment located at 800 feet. Mandatory on-site visits are scheduled for February 27 and 28, 2025, at 2:00 PM, with all bidder questions due by March 3, 2025, and bid responses required by March 6, 2025, at 10:30 AM. Contractors must provide all necessary labor, tools, transportation, equipment, materials, and supplies to complete the project, including potential removal and replacement of a Grundfos Model 230S500 pump with a new submersible pump capable of 225 GPM and a 50 HP motor. Bidder qualifications include a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience and the submission of three verifiable references. The contract will commence upon award and expire on August 31, 2025, with no renewal options.

The solicitation includes a Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) subcontracting goal of 21.1%, requiring contractors to develop and submit a HUB Subcontracting Plan for contracts valued at $100,000 or more. Bidders must either meet the HUB participation goal or demonstrate good-faith efforts through specific methods, such as using only HUB vendors, participating in the Mentor-Protege Program, or self-performing the entire contract. A contingency cost of up to $150,000 is available for potential well rehabilitation, bringing the total potential project value to approximately $150,000-$200,000. The procurement is open to qualified vendors who can comply with extensive state requirements, including E-Verify participation, cybersecurity training, and various certifications outlined in the solicitation documents. Contractors must also adhere to specific state provisions regarding boycotts, foreign ownership, and compliance with federal and state laws. Post-award requirements include monthly Progress Assessment Reports and potential penalties for non-compliance, which could include contract breach and debarment from state contracting for up to five years.