Re-Post for HHS0016219 - Laundry/Linen Services for the Rio Grande SSLC

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB No. HHS0016219v2) for comprehensive laundry and linen services for the Rio Grande State Center located in Harlingen, Texas. The solicitation seeks a contractor to provide daily pickup and delivery of various linen items, including pillowcases, comforters, sheets, thermal blankets, wash cloths, and towels, with specific laundering requirements such as maintaining water temperatures of 160F for washing and 200F for drying. The contract will run from September 1, 2025, to August 31, 2026, with options for two additional one-year renewals. Bidders must have a minimum of three years of relevant experience and be located within 50 miles of the facility. Key response dates include an August 12, 2025 deadline for questions and an August 22, 2025 response deadline. The pricing is structured at $0.63 per pound for linen items, and contractors must provide emergency linen services within 24 hours and submit monthly laundry activity reports. Evaluation criteria include demonstrated experience, operational capabilities, and the ability to meet specific service requirements.

The solicitation includes a Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) Subcontracting Plan with a 26% HUB utilization goal for other services contracts. Potential bidders must complete a comprehensive registration process through IAMOnline and submit several mandatory attachments, including the HHS Solicitation Affirmations, HUB Subcontracting Plan, Bidder Reference Form, and documentation demonstrating financial capability and operational scope. The contract requires compliance with various state and federal regulations, including anti-discrimination provisions, cybersecurity training, and restrictions on business dealings with certain entities. Bidders must provide three verifiable references for similar contracts completed within the last three years and submit detailed company information, including years in business, employee counts, and staff qualifications. While a specific award value is not explicitly stated, the pricing structure and comprehensive requirements suggest a significant contract opportunity for businesses capable of meeting the stringent operational and compliance standards set by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission.