HHS0017542v3 Orthotics & Prosthetics for El Paso State Supported Living Center

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is requesting bids on orthotics and prosthetics supplies and services for El Paso State Supported Living Center under IFB HHS0017542-v3, with responses due August 13, 2026 at 10:30 a.m. Central Time. The questions deadline was August 5, 2026, with responses posted as an addendum on August 6.

The scope covers orthotic and prosthetic specialist services delivered by a licensed, board-certified prosthetist and orthotist participating in monthly or as-needed foot clinics to evaluate, modify, and deliver orthopedic footwear. Bid line items include custom orthopedic extra-depth shoes, standard orthopedic extra-depth shoes, custom molded foot inserts, varus/valgus correction straps, shoe sole repairs, shoe lifts, and freight. All pricing must be firm, fixed, and all-inclusive for the contract life. Price adjustments are permitted only at HHSC's sole discretion, correlated with the Consumer Price Index using the Bureau of Labor Statistics formula or based on Federal Minimum Wage increases, provided proper documentation and written requests are submitted. Contractors must immediately implement any price decreases that become available.

The contract term runs from September 1, 2026 through August 31, 2031, with four optional one-year renewal periods at HHSC's sole discretion and an additional one-year extension option for continuity or transition. Place of performance is El Paso State Supported Living Center, 6700 Delta Drive, El Paso, Texas 79905. All deliveries must be on time with proper labeling and carton documentation; reworked products, previously refused items, and seconds are prohibited.

No incumbent is identified. No set-aside provisions for Historically Underutilized Businesses are specified, though bidders are encouraged to submit a HUB Subcontracting Plan if subcontracting opportunities exist. Evaluation will consider bidder's ability to meet specifications and delivery requirements, past performance records, and price; HHSC reserves the right to make single or multiple awards for best value. All contracts are subject to appropriations and fund availability. Responses may be submitted electronically through the HHS Online Bid Room or mailed to pcsbids@hhs.texas.gov. No bidder's conference or site visit is specified.