NOTICE RFP #103 LSCB-Client-Based Laboratory Services

BURKE, a social services organization headquartered in Lufkin, Texas, has issued Request for Proposal (RFP) #103 LSCB for client-based laboratory services to be provided across eleven counties. The procurement seeks CLIA-certified vendors with demonstrated experience delivering laboratory services to BURKE's client population. Interested vendors must submit proposals by June 29, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., with a proposal opening date of May 1, 2026. Complete RFP documentation will be available beginning May 1, 2026, through multiple channels including BURKE's website at www.myburke.org, the Central Administration office located at 2001 S. Medford Drive in Lufkin, Texas 75901, and the Texas SmartBuy electronic procurement portal at www.txsmartbuy.gov/esbd. The RFP was posted on April 19, 2026, allowing interested parties approximately ten weeks to prepare and submit their proposals. While the notice confirms the essential procurement parameters and submission timeline, specific details regarding contract duration, renewal options, pricing structures, and evaluation criteria are not outlined in the RFP notice itself.

The RFP notice does not specify any set-aside designations, disadvantaged enterprise restrictions, or preferences for particular types of organizations. No incumbent vendors, current contractors, or existing infrastructure requirements are identified in the announcement. Additionally, the document contains no information regarding possible award values, budget ranges, or financial considerations associated with this procurement opportunity. Prospective vendors should obtain the complete RFP documentation from the specified sources to access detailed specifications, evaluation criteria, pricing instructions, and all contractual terms and conditions governing this laboratory services procurement.