HHS0014525-a alpha analyst

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and the Department of State Health Services (DSHS) have issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB) for the procurement of an Alpha Analyst - 12 Input Bench Top Benchtop Instrument, which includes six dual spectrometers and the integration of chassis, spectrometer, vacuum, and controller in a benchtop cabinet. The solicitation, numbered HHS0014525-A, is seeking bids for the delivery of one unit of the Alpha Analyst instrument and one Desktop Computer S775C Apex-Alpha Desktop/G2K Package. The contract period is expected to begin on May 5, 2024, with the option to extend. Responses are due by May 3, 2024, at 10:30 AM Central Time, and HHSC will evaluate bids based on the bidder's ability to meet the technical specifications, delivery requirements, and pricing. HHSC reserves the right to make a single award or multiple awards to achieve the best value for the state.

The solicitation is open to all qualified bidders, and there are no set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The solicitation documents include standard affirmations and certifications that bidders must provide, covering topics such as legal and regulatory actions, employment of former state agency personnel, and compliance with various state laws and regulations. The documents do not specify any incumbent vendors or current contractors, and there is no mention of any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The solicitation does not provide any information about the award value or budget range.