Dental Services_Denton State Supported Living Cntr

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) has issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB) for comprehensive dental services at the Denton State Supported Living Center (DSSLC), seeking a qualified dental services provider to deliver a full range of dental care for residents with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD). The contract will span from September 1, 2025, to August 31, 2028, with a potential one-year extension, and requires the contractor to provide services including general dentistry, oral surgery, and periodontal treatments. Specific required services encompass oral evaluations, consultations, x-rays, extractions, root canals, prosthetics, and other dental procedures. Bidders must maintain an office within 20 miles of DSSLC, possess a current Texas dental license, and demonstrate extensive experience working with IDD patients. The solicitation requires submission of multiple documents, including HHS Solicitation Affirmations, a completed Pricing Sheet, Bidder Reference Form, and proof of professional qualifications. The response deadline is July 29, 2025, at 10:30 AM, with contract award determined by best value considerations that evaluate the bidder's ability to meet requirements, performance capabilities, and pricing structure.

The procurement does not explicitly designate specific set-aside provisions for disadvantaged enterprises, but requires comprehensive insurance coverage including workers' compensation, commercial general liability, commercial automobile liability, professional liability, and umbrella liability. Bidders must provide three verifiable references for similar contracts completed within the past year and demonstrate minimum qualifications through a detailed narrative describing relevant experience. The historical spend for similar services was $135,483.00 for the period from September 1, 2023, to August 31, 2024, suggesting a comparable budget range for the upcoming contract. Vendors must comply with numerous state-specific requirements, including verifications related to boycotts, abortion funding limitations, cybersecurity training, and restrictions on companies from certain foreign countries. Additional mandatory qualifications include having no felony convictions, maintaining ethical business practices, and meeting various state-mandated operational standards. The contract will require firm, fixed pricing throughout the contract duration and adherence to stringent legal and ethical guidelines established by Texas Health and Human Services.