HHS0016173 Immunization Lab employees

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and Department of State Health Services (DSHS) are soliciting competitive bids for immunization services targeting lab employees with occupational exposure to potentially hazardous or infectious materials. The Invitation for Bids (IFB) seeks vaccine administration and specific vaccine types, including Hepatitis B, Meningococcal Conjugate, Rabies, Tdap, Typhoid, Yellow Fever, Varicella, and MMR. Key deliverables include administering up to 252 doses across nine line items, with precise per-unit pricing required for each vaccine type. Bidders must complete and submit mandatory documentation, including Exhibit A HHS Solicitation Affirmations, Exhibit D Pricing Sheet, and Addendum Acknowledgement Forms, with failure to submit potentially resulting in bid disqualification. The solicitation was posted on May 22, 2025, with questions due by May 27, 2025, and bid responses required by June 5, 2025, at 10:30 AM. The anticipated contract will commence on September 1, 2025, and run through August 31, 2026, with potential extension options for an additional year. Award criteria will focus on providing the best value to the State of Texas, considering factors such as meeting specifications, performance delivery requirements, and competitive pricing.

The solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Potential bidders must demonstrate compliance with extensive legal and regulatory requirements, including adherence to Texas state laws, ethical standards, and specific prohibitions related to business activities. Vendors must certify compliance with regulations concerning boycotts, employment practices, and restrictions on doing business with certain entities. The historical spend for similar services is approximately $26,755.00 for fiscal year 2025, though this does not guarantee any specific contract volume or compensation. Price adjustments may be considered based on Consumer Price Index (CPI) calculations, subject to HHSC's discretion. Bidders must maintain appropriate insurance, complete cybersecurity training, and ensure they are not on state or federal debarment lists. The solicitation emphasizes that both HHSC and DSHS will be entitled to use the resulting contract, with the ultimate goal of securing comprehensive immunization services for lab employees at the most competitive and advantageous terms for the State of Texas.