Dental Equipment

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission, Procurement and Contracting Services division, is requesting bids on dental equipment for the Denton Secure Supportive Living Center under IFB HHS0017444, with bids due June 22, 2026 at 10:30 a.m. Central Time. Both HHSC and the Department of State Health Services are authorized to use any resulting contract.

The scope comprises seven specified pieces of dental equipment: ADEC 511 dental chair, ADEC 532 traditional delivery system, ADEC 551 stationary assistant instrument, ADEC 521 doctor's stool, ADEC 522 assistant's stool, Airteq Airstar 21 oil-free compressor, and Airteq Vacstar 40 wet vacuum. These are single-source manufacturer specifications.

The historical monetary value for similar goods from award through August 31, 2026 is $46,808.94, provided as a guideline only and not representing guaranteed volumes. The initial contract term runs September 1, 2026 through August 31, 2026, with an extension option of up to one additional year at HHSC's sole discretion. Bidders must submit firm, fixed pricing with all costs all-inclusive of labor, equipment, materials, supplies, and related expenses. Price adjustments are permitted only at HHSC's sole discretion and must correlate with the Consumer Price Index as published by the Bureau of Labor Statistics or be based on federal minimum wage increases, with supporting documentation required.

Evaluation criteria include the bidder's ability to meet or exceed specifications, meet performance delivery requirements, and pricing. HHSC will award to the bidder offering the best value and is not obligated to select the lowest priced bidder. Bidder's past performance, financial capability, and ability to perform will be considered. Responses must include firm, fixed pricing on the Pricing Sheet (Exhibit C). Questions or clarifications are due June 15, 2026, with responses posted as addenda June 16, 2026. No HUB subcontracting plan is required, though bidders are encouraged to submit one if subcontracting opportunities are identified. The anticipated contract start date is June 23, 2026.