Project 24-110-MLC - Mexia State Supported Living Center (SSLC) – Window Replacements

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a General Contractor to perform window replacement services at the Mexia State Supported Living Center (SSLC), located in Lampasas County. The project specifically involves replacing windows with security windows and custom perforated screens in designated units, including Whiterock units 770-776 and Martin units 731 and 739. Potential bidders must demonstrate at least five years of business experience, possess necessary licenses and permits, and be capable of obtaining performance and payment bonds for the full project cost. The solicitation is structured as a best value procurement, with proposals evaluated across four key criteria: Relevant Construction Services Ability and Experience (30%), Quality and Safety Programs (5%), Proposed Methodology (25%), and Pricing (40%). Key dates include mandatory site visits scheduled for June 16 and 17, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. Central Time, with potential bidders required to attend one of these visits, and a proposal submission deadline of July 10, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. Central Time.

The RFP includes specific requirements for Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) participation, with contractors required to submit a HUB Subcontracting Plan as part of their proposal. Respondents must provide comprehensive documentation, including financial stability information, a letter of intent from a surety company, and professional references. The anticipated contract start date is December 23, 2025, with an estimated construction cost of $800,000.00. HHSC reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and will award the contract to the respondent providing the best value to the state. Potential contractors should be prepared to submit a detailed proposal that demonstrates their ability to meet the project's technical and logistical requirements, with a focus on experience in similar state-supported living center renovation projects. The procurement process emphasizes both technical capability and competitive pricing, with a significant portion of the evaluation (40%) dedicated to the proposed pricing structure.