High voltage repair switch gears, high voltage repair for Richmond State Supported Living Center

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission is requesting proposals for high voltage repair and switchgear preventive maintenance services at Richmond State Supported Living Center, with proposals due August 21, 2026 at 10:30 a.m. A mandatory qualification requirement—a TDLR (Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation) electrician license—filters eligibility; the addendum issued August 10 clarified that NETA accreditation, PE licenses, or combinations thereof do not satisfy this requirement.

The scope covers bi-annual preventive maintenance and repair services for multiple Powell and Westinghouse switchgear units distributed across the facility and external sites, ranging from 120–208v to 12,470v systems, with maintenance scheduled in January and July. Bidders must submit hourly labor rates and specify parts markup (not to exceed 20 percent); all parts and materials must be guaranteed for a minimum of 90 days or manufacturer's warranty, whichever is greater.

The solicitation (HHS0017495) requires submission of multiple exhibits: HHS Solicitation Affirmations (Exhibit A), Uniform Terms and Conditions (Exhibit B), Pricing Sheet (Exhibit C), Bidder Reference Qualifications Form (Exhibit D), Online Bid Room Information (Exhibit E), Equipment List (Exhibit F), and Form 4109 Application for Tax Identification Number (Exhibit G). Bidders must submit responses through the online bid room platform and acknowledge receipt of the August 10 addendum; those who submitted prior to the addendum may email signed acknowledgement to pcsbids@hhs.texas.gov by the deadline.

HHS contract terms establish seven-year record retention, E-Verify compliance, comprehensive insurance requirements, debarment certification, and restrictions on boycotting Israel, energy companies, and firearm industries. The System Agency retains all work-product and intellectual property rights, with no quantity guarantees provided. Questions and inquiries should be directed to Byron Wright at 512-406-2512 or Byron.Wright@hhs.texas.gov.