HHS0015001v5 Orthotics and prosthetics

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and Department of State Health Services (DSHS) are soliciting bids for orthotics and prosthetics services at the Denton State Supported Living Center through Solicitation Number HHS0015001v5. The procurement seeks a vendor to provide custom-molded orthotics and prosthetics items, including ankle-foot orthoses, hip-knee-ankle-foot orthoses, compression hose, multi-density inserts, and custom depth shoes. The successful bidder must also provide a Certified Prosthetic/Orthotist to conduct onsite assessments and treatment plans at the facility. The response deadline is November 26, 2024, with an anticipated contract start date in December 2024. The initial contract term is three years, with the option of two additional one-year renewals. Evaluation criteria will focus on submitted unit prices for orthotic and prosthetic items and the hourly rate for professional services. Bidders must submit pricing through the HHS Online Bid Room, which requires a two-step registration process, and must complete mandatory attachments including HHS Solicitation Affirmations and a Pricing Sheet.

The solicitation does not specify any explicit set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. While a HUB (Historically Underutilized Business) subcontracting plan is required, its submission is not mandatory. No specific incumbent vendors or current contractors are listed in the documentation. The historical monetary value for similar goods and services is $30,000 for fiscal year 2024, though HHSC explicitly states that it does not guarantee any specific volume, usage, or compensation to the awarded contractor. Price adjustments will be allowed based on the Consumer Price Index and potential federal minimum wage increases. The procurement falls under NIGP Class Item 94875 and will be conducted in a single lot. Bidders must comply with numerous state-specific requirements, including cybersecurity training, E-Verify participation, and various certifications related to business practices and state regulations. The total contract value is not definitively stated, but interested vendors should be prepared to provide comprehensive orthotics and prosthetics services with a potential three-year commitment.