HHS0016809 Gel Chambers

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and Department of State Health Services (DSHS) are conducting a formal Invitation for Bid (IFB) numbered HHS0016809 to procure four new gel electrophoresis units for the Newborn Screening Hemoglobinopathy Laboratory. The specific equipment required is the Revvity model #2118-0010 or an equivalent unit, which must be compatible with the laboratory's existing isoelectric focusing system and capable of running the Revvity RESOLVE Hemoglobin kit. Required specifications include accommodating gels of at least 8.0" x 9.5", adjustable electrode distances, cooling plates, connectors, tubing, cables, and compliance with specific operating temperature and humidity parameters. Bidders must submit comprehensive documentation including instrument manuals, power protection mechanisms, and power failure recovery information. The response deadline is November 21, 2025, at 10:30 AM Central Time, with a questions and clarifications deadline of November 18, 2025. Pricing must be firm and fixed for the contract's duration, and all bids will be reviewed and approved by DSHS Newborn Screening Hemoglobinopathy Laboratory management staff.

While a Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) Subcontracting Plan is not mandatory, it is encouraged if subcontracting opportunities exist. The historical monetary value for similar goods is $39,760.56, though HHSC does not guarantee any specific volume or compensation. Potential bidders must comply with extensive legal requirements outlined in the solicitation documents, including certifications related to child support obligations, human trafficking prohibitions, cybersecurity training, and E-Verify employment verification. Bidders must also provide detailed company identification information, including DUNS numbers, Federal Employer Identification Numbers, and SAM.gov Unique Entity Identifiers. The procurement allows HHSC to make single or multiple awards to achieve the best value, with the potential to extend the contract for up to one year beyond the initial term. Responses will remain binding offers for 240 days, and false statements or material misrepresentations could result in disqualification or contract voiding.