HHS0016054 Standards

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and the Department of State Health Services (DSHS) have issued Invitation for Bid (IFB) HHS0016054 for standards, consumables, and instruments used in drinking water sample analysis. The procurement targets specific laboratory equipment and chemical standards, including DB-5ms chromatography columns, inlet seals, ferrules, haloacetic acid mixtures, PAH mixtures, PCB mixtures, and deuterium lamps. Vendors must submit a comprehensive bid package with three mandatory attachments: Exhibit A HHS Solicitation Affirmations, Exhibit C Bid Execution Page, and Exhibit D Pricing Sheet, with any missing document resulting in bid disqualification. The solicitation requires firm, fixed pricing for the entire contract term, with potential future adjustments based on the Consumer Price Index. The bid response is due on May 15, 2025, at 10:30 AM, with an anticipated contract start date of May 19, 2025. Bidders must use the provided Pricing Sheet (Exhibit C) and include all associated costs such as labor, equipment, materials, and related expenses.

The procurement allows for potential multiple awards to achieve the best value for the state, with all awards subject to approval by the HHSC Executive Commissioner or designee. The historical spend for similar goods is $29,987.36, classified under NIGP Class/Item No. 175-53. Bidders must comply with extensive state regulations, including anti-boycott laws, cybersecurity requirements, and various ethical conduct standards. The solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Pricing must be submitted in US Dollars, with no alternative currency bids permitted. The contract will cover 13 specific line items with quantities ranging from 1 to 20 units, providing flexibility for the state's procurement needs. Vendors must also demonstrate compliance with comprehensive legal and operational requirements, including maintaining appropriate insurance, adhering to enterprise information management standards, and agreeing to extensive audit and record-keeping provisions.