Plumbing & HVAC Products

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) has issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB No. HHS0016682) for plumbing and HVAC products specifically for Vernon State Hospital in Vernon, TX. The procurement seeks a blanket order contract for 18 different facility maintenance components, including pipe couplings, valves, faucets, water heaters, thermostats, refrigerant, and related equipment. Vendors must be located within 55 miles of the hospital and capable of emergency product pickup or delivery within one to two hours. The contract will run from September 1, 2025, to August 31, 2026, with a competitive bidding process that emphasizes best value to the State of Texas rather than solely lowest price. Key evaluation criteria include the bidder's ability to meet specifications, performance delivery requirements, and pricing. Important procurement dates include: questions due by September 10, 2025, and bid responses due by September 17, 2025, at 10:30 AM, with an anticipated contract start date of September 18, 2025.

The HHSC actively promotes subcontracting opportunities with State of Texas-certified Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUBs), indicating potential set-aside or preference considerations for disadvantaged enterprises. Vendors must complete comprehensive affirmations covering areas such as antitrust compliance, public information disclosure, cybersecurity training, and business ethics. Respondents are required to certify they have no felony criminal convictions, maintain necessary permits and licenses, and comply with state and federal laws. While specific award values are not explicitly stated, the blanket order structure allows for flexible ordering of products throughout the contract term. The procurement covers both the Health and Human Services Commission and the Department of State Health Services, enabling multiple state entities to potentially utilize the contract. Pricing will be firm and fixed for the contract duration, with potential future price adjustments subject to HHSC's discretion, potentially using consumer price index (CPI) metrics.