HHS0014984 Blanket Order for Hardware, etc.

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and the Department of State Health Services (DSHS) are seeking competitive bids for a blanket order contract to provide consumables, hardware, lubricants, parts, and small tools as needed by the Mexia State Supported Living Center. The contract will have a term of one year, from September 1, 2024 to August 31, 2025, with an optional one-year extension. Respondents must submit pricing using the provided Pricing Sheet, Exhibit C, and pricing will be on a firm, fixed-price basis, with the ability to request price adjustments based on the Consumer Price Index prior to any renewals. Responses are due by July 11, 2024 at 10:30 AM Central Time. HHSC will evaluate responses based on the bidder meeting the requirements and specifications, delivery performance, and price.

The solicitation does not mention any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The estimated historical spend for the same or similar goods and services is $46,500 for the contract period, but HHSC does not guarantee any volume, usage, or compensation. The solicitation does not provide information on any incumbent vendors or current contractors. Respondents are encouraged, but not required, to submit a Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) Subcontracting Plan. Funding for this contract will come from state appropriations, and respondents must comply with all applicable state laws and regulations regarding the use of such funds.