Door Removal and Replacement Waco Center for Youth

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) has issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB No. HHS0015981) for door removal and replacement services at the Waco Center for Youth, located in Waco, Texas. The procurement specifically requires the removal and replacement of six medical room doors across multiple buildings (501, 566, 585, 586, and 587), with detailed specifications including 79"x35" doors featuring custom 8"x5" pass-through slots, complete with mounting, hinge preparation, locks, and painting/staining to match existing doors. Bidders must demonstrate at least five years of relevant experience and provide three verifiable references, with an optional on-site visit scheduled for May 14, 2025, at 10:30 AM and bid questions due by May 16, 2025. The formal bid responses are due on May 27, 2025, with the contract beginning upon award and expiring on August 31, 2025. HHSC will evaluate responses using criteria including past vendor performance, financial capability, and capacity to fulfill contract requirements, with the award to be made based on best value to the State of Texas.

The solicitation does not explicitly designate specific set-aside requirements for disadvantaged enterprises, though the comprehensive bidding documentation includes multiple affirmations related to business practices and ethical conduct. Bidders must provide proof of various insurance coverages, including workers' compensation, commercial general liability, automobile liability, professional liability, and umbrella liability coverage. While no incumbent vendor is specifically identified, the site plan indicates the facility is a repurposed historical site formerly known as Camp MacArthur and the Waco State Home. The pricing will be evaluated based on a total lot price for services, with bidders required to submit a completed Pricing Sheet using US Dollars. Though the exact budget is not explicitly stated, the solicitation suggests a competitive procurement process with potential for detailed technical and financial evaluation. Contractors must also comply with extensive state and federal regulatory requirements, including cybersecurity training, anti-discrimination provisions, and specific Texas-specific contractual affirmations.