FY25 Fire Extinguisher and Inspections

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) Procurement and Contracting Services (PCS) division is seeking competitive bids to establish a contract(s) for fire extinguisher maintenance and inspections at the Lufkin State Supported Living Center, located in Angelina County and the city of Lufkin, Texas. The required services include annual inspections, recharging, hydrostatic testing, bi-annual inspections of the fire suppression system, and emergency repair services. Respondents must demonstrate experience, qualifications, and ability to meet the stated performance and delivery requirements. Pricing will be evaluated to determine the bid that offers the best value to the state. Responses to the Invitation for Bids (IFB) are due by August 8, 2024 at 10:30 AM Central Time, and the anticipated contract start date is September 1, 2024 for a 5-year term with no renewal options. The historical spend for these services was $12,000 annually.

The IFB does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. There is no mention of an incumbent vendor or any requirement to integrate with existing infrastructure or technology. The IFB indicates HHSC reserves the right to make a single award or multiple awards to achieve the best value for the state, but does not provide any details on the potential award values or budget ranges.