HHS0013690v2 Coca Cola Kerrville State Hospital

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and the Department of State Health Services (DSHS) are soliciting competitive bids for the provision of Coca-Cola branded products, including Diet Coke, Coke Zero, Coke Zero Cherry, Coke Zero Cherry Vanilla, Topo Chico, and Sprite Zero, for the Kerrville State Hospital in Kerr County, Texas. The contract period is from September 1, 2023, to August 31, 2024, with the possibility of renewal. Bidders must submit their responses by August 31, 2023, at 10:30 AM Central Time. The award will be based on the bidder's ability to meet the specifications, delivery requirements, and provide the best value to the state. Historically, the annual spend for these services has been $25,000, but the IFB does not guarantee any minimum purchase volume.

The solicitation does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The current incumbent is not identified. The pricing structure must be firm and fixed for the initial contract term, with the possibility of price adjustments during renewal periods, not to exceed 9%. HUB subcontracting is encouraged but not required. The contract may be terminated if the respondent is ineligible to receive state funding under certain laws or regulations, such as those related to abortion funding, boycotting of Israel or energy companies, and discrimination against firearm and ammunition industries.