Fire Protection Services for LufkinSSLC

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for comprehensive fire protection services at the Lufkin State Supported Living Center (SSLC) located in Angelina County. The solicitation, numbered HHS0016138v2, seeks a contractor to provide annual inspection and maintenance of 261 portable fire extinguishers, including bi-annual inspection of fire suppression systems, repairs, recharging, and refilling of various extinguisher types (including ABC 5 lb., ABC 10 lb., ABC 20 lb., CO2 5 lb., CO2 10 lb., Class K 6 ltr., and Halon 5 lb.). Key deliverables include hydrostatic testing, fire suppression system cylinder checks, and link replacements, with services to be performed Monday through Friday between 8 AM and 5 PM Central Time, and emergency response capability within one hour. The initial contract term runs from September 1, 2025, through August 31, 2026, with potential renewal options extending through August 31, 2030. Important procurement dates include August 12, 2025, for question submissions and August 18, 2025, at 10:30 AM Central Time for bid responses. Evaluation criteria will consider compliance with requirements, performance delivery capability, and price, with award made to the best value respondent.

The solicitation requires bidders to have at least five years of relevant experience, with personnel possessing a minimum of three years of experience in fire protection services. Contractors must maintain comprehensive insurance, including workers' compensation, commercial general liability ($1M per occurrence, $2M aggregate), and professional liability ($1M), and conduct background checks on all personnel. While no specific set-aside designations are mentioned, the procurement includes extensive compliance requirements outlined in the HHS Solicitation Affirmations document, which covers various state and federal regulatory certifications. The pricing structure requires firm, fixed pricing for the contract duration, with potential Consumer Price Index adjustments. Contractors must provide a minimum of three verifiable references for similar contracts performed within the last three years and demonstrate operational capacity through a detailed company profile. The document does not specify a precise budget range, but the comprehensive service requirements suggest a substantial contract value for ongoing fire protection and maintenance services at the Lufkin State Supported Living Center.