Suicide Resistant TV Enclosures for Rusk State Hospital

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and Department of State Health Services (DSHS) issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB) on February 23, 2026, for the procurement of suicide-resistant TV enclosures for Rusk State Hospital. The solicitation seeks 20 units of TV enclosures designed for screens 27 inches to 36 inches, featuring 3/8-inch thick viewing windows, internal TV brackets, thermostatic cooling systems, high security locks, and audio-vented doors (model NL36, CG3-RSH), with a separate line item for shipping and handling charges. Bidders must submit responses as firm, fixed prices inclusive of all labor, equipment, materials, supplies, and related delivery expenses through the HHS Online Bid Room by March 9, 2026, at 10:30 AM Central Time. A questions and clarifications deadline is set for March 2, 2026, with responses posted March 3, 2026. The contract will be effective from the award date through August 31, 2026, with an extension option available at HHSC's sole discretion for up to one additional year. Award is contingent on HHSC Executive Commissioner approval, with HHSC reserving the right to make single or multiple awards based on best value consideration of specifications compliance, delivery capability, and price. Delivery must occur between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM on the specified date (excluding 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM), with the contractor responsible for all delivery costs including warehouse charges.

The procurement does not specify set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, though HUB Subcontracting Plans are encouraged but not required. No incumbent vendor or current contractor information is identified in the solicitation documents. Bidders must comply with extensive mandatory certifications and affirmations established by HHS, including suspension and debarment status verification, E-Verify participation, cybersecurity training requirements, conflict of interest disclosures, and certifications related to franchise tax status, child support obligations, and compliance with various federal and state statutes covering civil rights, energy company boycotts, Israel boycott prohibitions, and firearm industry discrimination. Reworked products, previously refused products, or seconds are prohibited, and equal product substitutions are permitted only with prior written HHSC approval. All bidders must submit the completed Exhibit A HHS Solicitation Affirmations (pages 1-14), the completed Exhibit C Pricing Sheet, and any applicable Addendum Acknowledgement Forms, with failure to submit these documents resulting in bid disqualification. The solicitation documents do not specify an anticipated contract value or budget range for this procurement.