Molecular Reagent Xpert CARBA-R

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and Department of State Health Services (DSHS) are soliciting bids for a Blanket Purchase Order for Molecular Reagent Xpert CARBA-R test kits, specifically requesting 100 units of GXCARBAR-10 IVD GX CARBA-R test kits for microbiological testing. The Invitation for Bid (IFB) number HHS0015770 seeks vendors to provide these reagents with a contract period running through August 31, 2025, and potential for a one-year extension. Key procurement dates include a February 10, 2025 deadline for submitting questions, with responses posted by February 12, 2025, and a bid response deadline of February 17, 2025, at 10:30 AM Central Time. Bidders must submit completed Exhibit A HHS Solicitation Affirmations and Exhibit D Pricing Sheet, with those offering alternative brands required to provide supporting literature for evaluation. The contract will be awarded to the bidder providing the best value to the State of Texas, considering price, ability to meet performance requirements, and conformance with specifications. Pricing must remain firm and fixed throughout the contract term, with potential adjustments allowed only through approved price adjustment requests correlated with a specified CPI index.

The solicitation does not specify any explicit set-aside designations or restrictions on respondent types, indicating a competitive open bidding process. Bids may be submitted via email to pcsbids@hhsc.state.tx.us, through the HHS Online Bid Room, or by hand delivery/overnight mail of a USB drive. The historical spend for similar goods and services was $41,575 for the period September 1, 2023, through August 31, 2024, though HHSC does not guarantee any specific volume, usage, or compensation. Vendors must comply with numerous state regulations outlined in the solicitation affirmations, including provisions related to public information act requirements, contracting information requirements, and various state laws and regulations. The documentation requires comprehensive business information disclosure, certifications regarding boycott restrictions, cybersecurity training, fraud prevention, and conflict of interest disclosures. Potential respondents should note the contract includes specific affirmations related to cloud computing services, foreign-owned companies involved with critical infrastructure, and prohibitions on certain telecommunications equipment. Michael Fuentes (512/491-2879) is designated as the procurement contact for this solicitation.