Generator testing, maintenance, and repairs for the Abilene SSLC

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission is requesting bids for generator testing, maintenance, and repairs at the Abilene State Supported Living Center under IFB HHS0017617, with bids due July 17, 2026.

The scope covers 13 generators distributed across the facility: nine 50 kW Kohler SOROZJ81 units (120/208 three-phase), two 20–25 kW Kohler single-phase units, and two larger 135–150 kW units (one Kohler 135ROZJ and one Generac 12236260100). All are diesel-powered with automatic transfer switches. The contractor must provide routine preventive maintenance, emergency repair services, and testing to maintain operational readiness of the facility's backup power systems. Detailed technical specifications and asset numbers are provided in the generator inventory (Exhibit F, revised January 3, 2024).

Bidders must submit pricing using the standardized pricing sheet (Exhibit C) and comply with all affirmations and certifications required by the solicitation. Respondents must disclose their Texas Identification Number, DUNS number, Federal Employer Identification Number, and SAM.gov Unique Entity Identifier; certify debarment and suspension status, E-Verify compliance, child support obligations, and franchise tax status; and disclose any artificial intelligence systems used in bid preparation. Binding offers remain firm for 240 days from submission. Bidders must provide references demonstrating prior experience with similar generator maintenance and repair work (Exhibit D).

Bids may be submitted through the HHS Online Bid Room (an optional electronic portal requiring multi-step IAMOnline registration) or by other methods specified in the solicitation package. The Help Desk is available at 512-438-4720 or 855-435-7181 (toll-free), Monday through Friday, 7:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M. Central Time. All submissions must comply with form, manner, and delivery requirements and be received by the stated due date; late submissions are not accepted.