Promotional items

The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS), on behalf of the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC), is seeking promotional items to distribute to the public in order to create awareness of DFPS services and provide contact information for assistance with the safety and welfare of children and vulnerable individuals. The solicitation covers multiple jurisdictions within Travis County and the City of Austin. The required promotional items include sticky books, pens, pencils, magnets, and tote bags in various colors, quantities, and imprint options. Respondents must submit pricing using the provided Pricing Sheet, Exhibit D, and adhere to delivery requirements of 14 days after receipt of order. The solicitation is being issued as a formal Invitation for Bid (IFB), with a response deadline of January 19, 2024 and an anticipated contract start date of January 19, 2024. The contract will be awarded to the bidder(s) providing the best value to the state, considering factors such as meeting specifications, delivery requirements, and price.

The solicitation is open to vendors across the state of Texas, with no specific set-aside designations mentioned. Respondents may claim preferences for Texas-based businesses, products grown or produced in Texas, and services offered by Texas-based service-disabled veteran-owned businesses, as outlined in the Texas Administrative Code. The procurement documents do not identify any incumbent vendors or specify a budget range, but indicate the contract will be awarded to one or more bidders at the sole discretion of HHSC.