HHS0017516 Mass Spectrometer for DSHS Lab

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) Procurement and Contracting Services Division is requesting bids on behalf of the Department of State Health Services (DSHS) for one unit of an Agilent Inert Plus Mainframe mass spectrometer for a DSHS laboratory under IFB HHS0017516, with bids due June 26, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. Central Time and questions due June 18, 2026, at 5:00 p.m.

The scope includes one Agilent Inert Plus Mainframe (G7077C) mass spectrometer with specified auxiliary hardware (install kit for gas chromatographs, IDP-3 scroll pump, and extractor lens), on-site installation, and training services. A 12-month warranty from the date of acceptance and a 90-day warranty for consumables are required.

The pricing sheet identifies specific component part numbers (G6696A pump, install kit 19199S, extractor lens G3870-20448, item H5949A) and indicates a prior vendor response totaling $91,046.46, though this does not establish a contract value ceiling. The contract term runs from the date of award through August 31, 2026, with an option for HHSC to extend for up to one additional year at its sole discretion. Pricing must be submitted as firm, fixed prices on Exhibit C; price adjustments are not automatic and may be permitted only at HHSC's sole discretion, correlated with the Consumer Price Index or Federal Minimum Wage Rate increases. Award is contingent upon approval by the HHSC Executive Commissioner or designee.

Respondents must submit completed Exhibit A (HHS Solicitation Affirmations) and Exhibit C (Pricing Sheet) with all responses; failure to do so results in disqualification. Evaluation is based on best value to the State of Texas, not necessarily lowest price. The procurement is subject to appropriations and availability of funds with no guaranteed volume or compensation. Bidders may submit responses via email to pcsbids@hhs.texas.gov, through the HHS Online Bid Room, or by hand delivery or overnight mail of a USB drive to 1100 W. 49th Street, Austin, Texas.