HHS0016894v3 Pressure Steamer Lubbock SSLC

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and the Department of State Health Services (DSHS) issued Invitation for Bids (IFB) HHS0016894v3 for the procurement of a Cleveland Range Model PDL3 Direct Pressure Steamer with accessories for the Lubbock State Supported Living Center. The equipment specification requires a 3-compartment direct steam unit with eight 12-inch by 20-inch by 2.5-inch deep pan compartments, individual automatic timers, cast aluminum doors, stainless steel frame, and four adjustable legs, along with three accessory kits: a Drain Cooling Kit (DTV15CLV), a Power Take Off kit with 5 psi pressure reducing valve, and a Kettle Interconnecting Kit (IMK6, 6 feet). Delivery only is required with no installation services, as the kitchen has an external steam source. The IFB was posted on February 12, 2026, with a questions and clarifications deadline of February 19, 2026, responses to questions posted February 20, 2026, and a bid response deadline of February 26, 2026, at 10:30 AM Central Time, with an anticipated contract start date of March 2, 2026. The contract term runs through August 31, 2026, with a potential extension option for up to one additional year at HHSC's sole discretion. Bidders must submit firm, fixed unit pricing and shipping costs on Exhibit C, with all costs including labor, equipment, materials, and related expenses included in the unit price; price adjustments may be permitted only at HHSC's sole discretion and are limited to changes correlated with the Consumer Price Index or Federal Minimum Wage increases with supporting documentation. Evaluation criteria include the bidder's ability to meet specifications and performance requirements, capacity to perform, and price, with HHSC reserving the right to award to the bidder offering the best value rather than the lowest price.

No incumbent contractor has been identified, and the only potential set-aside opportunity is the optional Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) Subcontracting Plan, which is encouraged but not required. All respondents must complete and submit Exhibit A—HHS Solicitation Affirmations and acknowledge compliance with extensive state and federal requirements, including suspension and debarment status verification, child support obligations, franchise tax compliance, E-Verify utilization, cybersecurity training, prohibitions on human trafficking, artificial intelligence system usage disclosures, Texas Bidder and Buy Texas requirements, and various Texas-specific policy restrictions related to abortion funding, telecommunications equipment, and boycotts. Respondents must also comply with comprehensive HHS Contract Affirmations and Uniform Terms and Conditions that establish legal and regulatory requirements applicable throughout the contract lifecycle, including representations regarding business integrity, legal compliance, financial viability, termination for convenience or cause, audit rights extending to subcontractors, and seven-year record retention requirements. Submissions must be made via email to pcsbids@hhs.texas.gov, through the HHS Online Bid Room (which requires multi-step registration through the IAMOnline portal), or by hand/overnight delivery of a USB drive, with technical assistance available from the HHS Help Desk at 512-438-4720 or 855-435-7181 (toll-free) between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. Central Time, Monday through Friday. No reserve price has been established for this single-line-item solicitation, and specific award values or budget ranges are not disclosed in the available documents.