HHS0015045v2 Eyeware for Mexia SSLC

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and the Department of State Health Services (DSHS) are issuing an Invitation for Bids (IFB) for the procurement of various eyeglass frames, lenses, and fitting services for the Mexia State Supported Living Center located in Mexia, Texas. The required goods and services include plastic, bifocal, polycarbonate, and tinted prescription lenses, as well as plastic and flexible frames. The vendor must be located within 75 miles of the Mexia SSLC address and provide fitting services. Orders must be ready for pickup or mailing within 10-14 business days. The IFB has a response deadline of September 6, 2024, with an anticipated contract start date in September 2024. The initial contract term is one year, with an option to extend for up to an additional year. Pricing must be firm and fixed for the life of the contract, with potential price adjustments based on the Consumer Price Index. HHSC will evaluate responses based on meeting requirements, delivery capabilities, and price, and will award to the bidder providing the best value to the state.

The IFB encourages, but does not require, the submission of a Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) Subcontracting Plan. There are no set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The historical spend for similar goods and services is $45,000 for fiscal year 2024, though there is no guarantee of volume, usage, or compensation. The IFB does not list any incumbent vendors or current contractors, and there is no mention of any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration.