Kitchen Supplies

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) number HHS0016467 for kitchen supplies and equipment for the Richmond State Supported Living Center. The procurement is a blanket order for fiscal year 2026, with a contract period from September 1, 2025, to August 31, 2026. The solicitation covers 15 different kitchen and food service equipment items, including a Nemco Easy Chopper, Royal Gourmet cooking accessories, thermometers, stainless steel steam table pans, a KitchenAid stand mixer, mobile service cart, pan rack, baking pans, utensil dispenser, flatware set, and terry bar towels. Bidders must submit completed and signed documents, including Exhibit A (HHS Solicitation Affirmations), Exhibit B (Contract Affirmations), and Exhibit C (Pricing Sheet), with failure to do so resulting in bid disqualification. Key dates include a question submission deadline of July 14, 2025, at 10:30 AM, and a bid response deadline of July 24, 2025, at 10:30 AM CST. Evaluation criteria will focus on bidders' ability to meet specifications, performance delivery requirements, and pricing, with HHSC reserving the right to select the bid offering the best value to the State of Texas.

The solicitation encourages participation from Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUBs), providing opportunities for diverse vendors. Bidders must comply with various state-specific requirements, including verification of no felony convictions, anti-boycott provisions, and compliance with Texas state laws regarding contracting. The procurement allows for "or equal" alternative products, requiring vendors to provide complete product descriptions with their bid responses. The anticipated yearly procurement amount is $50,000.00, with the blanket order allowing flexibility for the Richmond State Supported Living Center to request items as needed throughout the contract period. Vendors must provide F.O.B. destination pricing with freight prepaid and included, with a standard expected delivery time of 14 days after receipt of order. The contract includes potential for a one-year extension at HHSC's discretion, with pricing potentially adjustable based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI) for urban wage earners and clerical workers, subject to HHSC approval.