ITB - Medical Supplies and Related Items for Harris County

Harris County is seeking bids for medical supplies and related items through an Invitation to Bid (ITB) with a contract term of one year beginning approximately April 1, 2026. The procurement seeks a comprehensive range of healthcare supplies including medical consumables (bandages, syringes, gloves, gauze), personal protective equipment, infection control materials, immunization resources, and public health service supplies such as dental tools, HIV/AIDS and tuberculosis testing supplies, and family planning items. Bidders must submit pricing through the online Bonfire platform by February 2, 2026, with a question submission deadline of January 16, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on price and price-related factors, with all bids required to remain effective for at least 120 days from submission. Bidders must provide detailed references, complete a Statement of Bidder Qualifications, and demonstrate compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. The solicitation requires comprehensive documentation including a Bid Schedule/Pricing Form, references, and various certification documents.

The procurement includes significant Minority and Women Business Enterprise (MWBE) participation requirements, with specific goals and compliance procedures outlined in multiple attachments. Harris County mandates that bidders either meet MWBE utilization targets or document good faith efforts to do so, with certification required from approved agencies including the City of Houston, Texas Unified Certification Program, and various national certification councils. The county has established a minimum wage requirement of $21.65 per hour for contract workers, with annual adjustments. Contractors must maintain specific insurance coverage, including $1,000,000 in Commercial General Liability and Workers' Compensation. The solicitation is anticipated to be funded partially through federal grant sources including the Texas General Land Office, FEMA, and HUD, with a potential contract value not explicitly specified but likely significant given the comprehensive medical supply requirements. Bidders must comply with extensive federal standards, including anti-lobbying provisions, civil rights protections, and environmental compliance regulations.