Freezer Unit Installation in BLDG. 574 at Denton State Supported Living Center

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) Procurement and Contracting Services division is requesting bids for the installation of new freezer and refrigeration equipment at the Denton State Supported Living Center, with bids due June 26, 2026 at 10:30 AM and an optional on-site visit scheduled for June 11, 2026.

The scope consists of installation of Heatcraft Refrigeration Products air-cooled condensing units and evaporator unit coolers (with designated model numbers and locations) in the Central Kitchen Building 574, Egg Locker/Cooler, and Walk-In Freezer. The contractor must provide all labor, materials, equipment, and supplies necessary to complete installation. Services are to be performed Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Central Time, with a four-hour response requirement for service calls. Contractor personnel must have a minimum of three years of relevant experience and be at least 18 years old with full training. The contractor must submit three verifiable references for similar work within the last four years.

The contract is one-time procurement with services commencing upon award and ending August 31, 2026. HHSC reserves the right to extend the contract for up to one additional year for continuity of service. Bidders must submit firm, fixed pricing on Exhibit C for all costs; price adjustments may be permitted based on Consumer Price Index or Federal Minimum Wage increases at HHSC discretion. The contractor must maintain Workers' Compensation, Commercial General Liability ($1 million per occurrence), Commercial Automobile Liability ($1 million combined single limit), Professional Liability ($1 million), and Umbrella Liability ($1 million) insurance. All contractor and subcontractor personnel must complete background checks prior to commencing work and comply with facility security requirements. The contractor must comply with E-Verify employment eligibility verification and obtain a Texas Identification Number for payment. Questions or clarifications are due June 16, 2026 at 5:00 PM, with responses posted by June 19, 2026. Award will be made to the bidder offering the best value to the state, contingent on approval by the HHSC Executive Commissioner.