HHS0014890 Linen for SH & SSC

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is issuing an Invitation for Bids (IFB) for a one-year contract, with four one-year renewal options, to provide linen and fabric products to State Hospitals (SH) and State Supported Living Centers (SSLC) across Texas. The contract seeks competitive bids for items such as blankets, sheets, pillowcases, towels, and washcloths, with detailed specifications provided for each item. Bidders must submit samples by June 20, 2024, which will undergo three phases of testing. Pricing must be submitted on the provided Pricing Sheet, and adjustments will be allowed based on the Consumer Price Index. The historical spend for similar goods and services over a 5-year period is $4,675,000, but HHSC does not guarantee any volume, usage, or compensation under the contract. The contract term is anticipated to begin on September 1, 2024 and expire on August 31, 2025.

The contract has a Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) utilization goal of 21.1% for commodities, and all respondents, including HUBs, must complete and submit a HUB Subcontracting Plan (HSP) with their response. The contract also requires compliance with various state and federal regulations, including child support obligations, suspension and debarment status, and cybersecurity training requirements. Respondents must disclose any potential conflicts of interest and legal or regulatory actions. The contract prohibits the use of public funds for certain healthcare services and requires compliance with restrictions on foreign-owned companies connected to critical infrastructure.