IFB HHS0015179, Frozen Puree Items, Brenham.

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The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) has issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB) for Frozen Puree Items to be delivered to the Brenham State Supported Living Center. The IFB, with ID HHS0015179, seeks competitive bids for the procurement of various frozen puree food items, including chicken, beef, pork, turkey, ham, and fruit purees. Bidders must bid on a minimum of 90% of the items listed on the Pricing Sheet (Exhibit C). HHSC will evaluate responses based on the bidder meeting the requirements, delivery performance, and price. The response deadline is August 9, 2024, at 10:30 AM Central Time, and the anticipated contract start date is September 1, 2024. The contract term is for one year, with no renewal options.

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The IFB does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The document indicates that the historical monetary value for the same or similar goods is $100,000 for the period of September 1, 2023, through August 31, 2024, but HHSC does not guarantee any volume, usage, or compensation under the resulting contract. Pricing must be firm, fixed rates for the life of the contract, and may only be adjusted during renewal cycles up to 8%. The use of the HHS Online Bid Room for submitting bids/responses electronically is optional, but failure to adhere to the solicitation requirements may result in disqualification.