DSHS seeks storage units in El Paso

The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) has issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB No. HHS0016211) seeking storage units in the El Paso area for emergency deployment equipment and supplies. The procurement requires four specific storage unit sizes: 20x30, 30x20, 30x30, and 10x20, to be rented monthly for up to 12 months with a contract term from September 1, 2025, to August 31, 2028. Bidders must provide storage facilities with mandatory features including 24-hour access, electricity, access control, on-site security cameras, and fencing, located within 10 miles of 401 Franklin Avenue, Suite 210, El Paso, Texas. To qualify, vendors must demonstrate at least five years of relevant experience and provide three verifiable references for similar contracts. The evaluation will consider the bidder's ability to meet requirements, performance delivery capabilities, and price, with the award going to the bidder providing the best value to the State of Texas. Key dates include a question submission deadline of June 5, 2025, and a bid response deadline of June 12, 2025, at 10:30 AM.

The solicitation does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must comply with comprehensive legal and regulatory requirements, including background checks for personnel, maintaining appropriate insurance coverage, and adhering to standards of conduct for vendors. The pricing structure requires firm, fixed prices for the entire contract duration, with potential price adjustments based on the Consumer Price Index and federal minimum wage changes. While a specific budget range is not detailed, the contract involves monthly rental rates for multiple storage units. Vendors must submit extensive documentation, including the HHS Solicitation Affirmations, Bidder Reference Form, operational capabilities description, and evidence of financial solvency. Additional compliance requirements include participation in the E-Verify program, adherence to civil rights laws, and specific provisions related to COVID-19 vaccination policies and other state regulatory standards.