HHS0016060v2 Behavioral Health Bed

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and the Department of State Health Services (DSHS) are conducting a Formal Invitation for Bid (IFB) numbered HHS0016060v2 for Behavioral Health Beds. The procurement seeks to acquire five units each of specialized medical equipment, including 35" Behavioral Health Beds with RSS, Deck Gap Fillers, 35 x 82 Behavioral Health Mattresses, and Lockbox Assemblies designed to prevent ligature risk and comply with Joint Commission requirements. The solicitation is focused on procuring medical equipment specifically tailored for behavioral health settings, with deliveries to be made to a warehouse in Terrell, TX within 14 days of order receipt. Key evaluation criteria include best value to the State of Texas, considering factors such as specification compliance, performance capabilities, and pricing. The procurement timeline includes a posting date of June 10, 2025, with questions due by June 17, 2025, and bid responses required by June 24, 2025 at 10:30 AM. The anticipated contract start date is June 25, 2025, with HHSC reserving the right to make single or multiple awards to achieve optimal value.

The solicitation does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions on respondent types, though standard state procurement documents suggest potential preferences for small businesses or historically underutilized businesses (HUBs). Vendors must complete an Enterprise Portal registration, which can take up to five business days, and submit all required documentation including an XML Price Sheet. Historical spend data indicates approximately $58,412.50 was spent on similar goods between September 2024 and August 2025, though this does not guarantee future contract volume. Vendors must comply with extensive legal and ethical requirements, including verifications about business practices, criminal history, and regulatory compliance. The contract terms require vendors to maintain specific insurance coverage, use E-Verify for employment eligibility, and adhere to state cybersecurity standards. While no specific budget range is definitively stated, the pricing sheet allows vendors to submit firm, fixed prices for the contract's duration, with deliverables to be priced on the provided Exhibit C Pricing Sheet.