ePlex Respiratory Pathogen Panel 2 Kits

This is a state-level contracting opportunity posted by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) Procurement and Contracting Services (PCS) division. HHSC PCS is seeking competitive bids to establish contract(s) for ePlex Respiratory Pathogen Panel 2 Kit tests to identify the most common viral and bacterial organisms associated with upper respiratory infections. The tests will be used to support the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) Program. The contract will serve multiple jurisdictions in Texas, including Travis County and the City of Austin. The estimated annual quantity is 60 kits per year, but there is no guarantee of volume. The initial contract term is from September 1, 2024 to August 31, 2025, with up to four one-year renewal options available. Pricing adjustments may be allowed based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) index. The response deadline is March 26, 2024 at 10:30 AM Central Time, and award will be made to the bidder providing the best value to the State of Texas based on the evaluation criteria, with price being a significant factor.

The solicitation does not mention any HUB (Historically Underutilized Business) set-aside requirements, but a HUB Subcontracting Plan (HSP) is required. The contract opportunity does not provide details on any existing incumbents or current contractors. The solicitation also does not specify any award values or budget ranges for this procurement.