HHS0015032v2 Optometry Services and Eyeware

This state and local contract opportunity is an Invitation for Bids (IFB) issued by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and the Department of State Health Services (DSHS) for optometry services and eyewear for the Waco Center for Youth in Mclennan County and the City of Waco, Texas. The scope of work includes providing eye exams, prescription eyeglasses, and repairs for clients under a 3-year contract. The IFB outlines detailed specifications for the required optical services and products, including plastic, bifocal, polycarbonate, and progressive lenses, as well as plastic and metal frames. Pricing must be firm and fixed for the life of the contract, with allowances for CPI-based adjustments. The response deadline is August 16, 2024, and the anticipated contract start date is September 1, 2024.

The IFB does not guarantee any volume, usage, or compensation to the selected contractor. It notes that a Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) Subcontracting Plan is encouraged but not required. The estimated historical spend for the same or similar services was $11,000 for fiscal year 2024. The solicitation package does not provide any information on set-aside designations, incumbent vendors, or current contract values. Respondents must complete and submit the HHS Solicitation Affirmations as part of their proposal, covering compliance, preferences, and prohibited activities.