Flooring Replacement at the Rio Grande State Center

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) has issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB) for flooring replacement services at the Rio Grande State Center, located in Cameron County, Texas. The procurement seeks a contractor to remove existing Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT) flooring and replace it with new vinyl flooring in specific areas, including 10 patient rooms, Unit 2 hallway, Unit 2 Laundry Room, two Unit 2 Living Rooms, Unit 2 Galleys, and partial Wing A hallway. Contractors must provide all necessary labor, materials, equipment, and tools to complete the services, with work to be executed during normal business hours while minimizing disruption to patient care. Bidders are required to have at least three years of relevant experience and provide three verifiable references. Two optional on-site visits are scheduled for June 17 and 18, 2025, with the response deadline set for June 27, 2025, at 10:30 AM. The evaluation criteria will focus on providing the best value to the State of Texas, considering factors such as meeting specifications, performance delivery capabilities, and price.

The contract opportunity includes specific requirements for Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) subcontracting, with bidders needing to submit a comprehensive HUB subcontracting plan and necessary documentation. Contractors must meet stringent insurance requirements, including workers' compensation, commercial general liability, and professional liability insurance with specific coverage limits. Successful bidders will be required to complete Form 1295 Certificate of Interested Parties prior to contract award. The contract will commence upon award and expire on August 31, 2025, with no renewal options. While the specific budget range is not explicitly stated in the available documentation, the procurement is for a targeted flooring replacement project at a state healthcare facility. Firms interested in bidding must carefully review all documentation, including the solicitation exhibits, and ensure full compliance with the detailed requirements outlined in the IFB.