HVAC/Boiler Maintenance Services and Water Chemical Treatment at the Texas Center for Infectious Disease

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) has issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB No. #HHS0016318v2) for comprehensive HVAC/Boiler maintenance services and water chemical treatment at the Texas Center for Infectious Disease in San Antonio, Bexar County. The procurement seeks competitive bids for preventative maintenance, service repairs, emergency repairs, and water chemical treatment services with a contract term from September 1, 2025, to August 31, 2028. Bidders must possess at least five years of relevant experience and maintain specific certifications, such as Certified Water Technologist. The solicitation requires comprehensive pricing that includes all labor, equipment, materials, supplies, and related expenses, with firms submitting firm, fixed prices for the entire contract duration. Key procurement dates include an optional on-site visit scheduled for July 17, 2025, at 10:00 AM, with bidder questions due by July 18, 2025, at 5:00 PM, and final responses due by July 28, 2025, at 10:30 AM. The contract will be awarded based on best value to the State of Texas, considering factors such as the bidder's ability to meet performance requirements, compliance with specifications, and pricing.

The solicitation includes detailed insurance requirements, mandating specific coverage levels for workers' compensation, commercial general liability, and professional liability insurance. While no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on respondent types were explicitly mentioned in the provided documentation, bidders will be required to submit verifiable references demonstrating their technical capabilities. The contract includes provisions for potential one-year extension at HHSC's discretion, though no formal renewal options are specified. While a precise award value was not disclosed, the comprehensive nature of the services and the three-year contract term suggest a significant potential contract value. The procurement appears focused on securing a qualified vendor capable of maintaining critical HVAC and water treatment infrastructure at the Texas Center for Infectious Disease, with an emphasis on technical expertise, reliability, and comprehensive service delivery.