HHS0016162 Laundry Bulk-Trux Carts

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) has issued a formal Invitation for Bids (IFB) No. HHS0016162 for 58 bulk-trux laundry carts to be delivered to the Mexia State Supported Living Center. The procurement seeks black-colored carts with specific requirements including hand/drain holes, stenciling with "Mexia Regional Laundry" and tare weight on cart ends, and type B casters or equivalent. The solicitation will be evaluated using a Best Value Standard, considering not just price but also the vendor's ability to meet specifications and performance requirements. The initial contract term will run from the purchase order date until August 31, 2025, with potential one-year extension options. The bid is due on May 28, 2025, at 10:30 AM, with an estimated delivery time of 14 days after order receipt. Bidders must submit their responses through the HHS Online Bid Room, following a two-step registration process that can take up to five business days to complete.

The solicitation encourages submission of a Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) subcontracting plan, though it is not mandatory. Vendors must complete comprehensive legal affirmations covering compliance with Texas state laws, public information regulations, cybersecurity standards, and ethical business practices. Potential bidders must disclose prior state employment, verify they are not boycotting certain entities, and certify the absence of felony convictions. The procurement allows for potential price adjustments using consumer price index (CPI) metrics and potential federal minimum wage changes. Vendors with unfavorable past performance reports, current corrective action plans, or previously cancelled contracts for non-performance may be disqualified. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the solicitation provides a pricing sheet template for vendors to complete their proposed unit and total project costs. Both HHSC and the Department of State Health Services (DSHS) will be entitled to utilize the resulting contract.