Dental services at San Angelo SLC

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) has issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB) numbered HHS0016265V2 for dental services at the San Angelo State Supported Living Center (SSLC), located in Comal County. The procurement seeks a qualified dental services provider to deliver comprehensive dental care for the center's inpatient population, including dental exams, consultations, x-rays, general dentistry, restorative procedures, oral surgery, extractions, root canal therapy, prosthetics, and implant restorations. Bidders must hold a DDS or DMS degree in dentistry and comply with Texas State Board of Dental Examiners requirements. The solicitation was posted on July 21, 2025, with responses due by August 4, 2025, at 10:30 AM Central Time. The initial contract term will run from September 1, 2025, to August 31, 2026, with potential one-year extension options. Evaluation criteria will focus on the best value to the State of Texas, considering factors such as the bidder's ability to meet requirements, performance delivery capabilities, and price. Bidders must submit comprehensive documentation, including references, security and privacy inquiries, and solicitation affirmations.

The procurement does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must provide proof of professional credentials, demonstrate experience working with individuals with disabilities, and meet stringent insurance requirements, including workers' compensation, commercial general liability, and professional liability insurance. The historical spend for similar services is approximately $25,000 for the period from September 1, 2024, to August 2025, which may indicate the potential contract value. Respondents must complete and submit multiple mandatory attachments, including the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners certification, Exhibit D Bidder Reference Form, Exhibit B-1 Security and Privacy Initial Inquiry, and Exhibit A HHS Solicitation Affirmations. Failure to submit certain required documents will result in disqualification of the bid response. The solicitation emphasizes the need for comprehensive documentation demonstrating financial capability, operational capacity, and the ability to perform the required dental services at the San Angelo State Supported Living Center.