Grease Trap Maintenance and As Needed Repair Services at Corpus Christi State Supported Living Center

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is seeking bids for grease trap maintenance and as-needed repair services at the Corpus Christi State Supported Living Center through an Invitation for Bids (IFB) numbered HHS0016344. The procurement focuses on sludge removal and waste management services, with contractors required to perform services Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Key service requirements include responding to service calls within 24 hours and handling emergency services within two hours of notification. Bidders must demonstrate at least five years of relevant experience and provide three verifiable references. Specific qualifications include compliance with background check requirements for all personnel and adherence to comprehensive insurance standards, including workers' compensation, commercial general liability, commercial automobile liability, professional liability, and umbrella liability coverage. The bid is due on September 4, 2025, at 10:30 AM, with an initial contract term running from the award date through August 31, 2027, and options for two additional one-year renewals. The contract will be awarded based on best value to the state, considering the bidder's ability to meet specifications, performance delivery requirements, and pricing.

The procurement appears to have a focus on supporting historically underutilized businesses (HUBs), as evidenced by the requirement for bidders to submit a completed HUB Subcontracting Plan. Pricing for the contract will be firm and fixed for the duration, with potential Consumer Price Index (CPI) adjustments for renewed contract periods. While specific award values are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive service requirements and multi-year contract structure suggest a significant procurement opportunity for qualified vendors. The contract encompasses services in Orange County, Texas, and is specifically targeting maintenance services for the Corpus Christi State Supported Living Center. Potential bidders must comply with Texas state procurement regulations and ethical standards, and demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of grease trap maintenance and repair protocols. The procurement process emphasizes technical capability, service responsiveness, and competitive pricing as key evaluation criteria for potential contractors.