Dental Services for Corpus Christi State Supported Living Center (CCSSLC)

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) has issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB No. HHS0016302) for dental oral surgery services at the Corpus Christi State Supported Living Center (CCSSLC), located in Nueces County. The solicitation seeks a contractor to provide comprehensive dental services, including examinations, evaluations, consultations, and specific oral surgical procedures for residents with intellectual disabilities. Qualified bidders must have at least seven years of experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities and be licensed through the Texas State Board of Dental Examiners. The contractor must be capable of providing various levels of anesthesia and nitrous oxide, with the ability to perform a wide range of oral surgical procedures. The procurement will be evaluated on a best-value basis, considering the bidder's ability to meet performance requirements, specifications, and overall value to the state. The solicitation was posted on June 20, 2025, with bid responses due by July 11, 2025, at 10:30 AM, and the anticipated contract term is from September 1, 2025, through August 31, 2026, with potential extension options for up to one additional year.

The solicitation does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must complete comprehensive documentation, including the HHS Solicitation Affirmations, which require compliance with numerous legal and ethical standards, such as E-Verify participation, anti-discrimination provisions, and restrictions on doing business with certain entities. The historical spend for similar services is approximately $19,000 per fiscal year, though HHSC does not guarantee any specific volume or compensation. Potential bidders must provide three verifiable references for similar contracts within the last five years and demonstrate financial capability and organizational readiness. The procurement requires submission of a Texas State Board of Dental Examiners license, completed pricing sheets, and a detailed qualifications form. Contractors must also comply with extensive legal, operational, and compliance requirements outlined in the HHS Contract Affirmations and Uniform Terms and Conditions, which cover intellectual property rights, confidentiality, civil rights compliance, and numerous other regulatory provisions.