REMISOL Advanced Software Services

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) has issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB No. HHS0016453_V3) for REMISOL Advanced Software Services, specifically targeting middleware software for clinical laboratories at the HHSC Regional Clinical Laboratory in Austin State Hospital. The procurement seeks a comprehensive software solution to support continuous chemistry laboratory testing for patients across state hospitals, state supported living centers, and the Texas Center for Infectious Disease. The software must include a middleware platform with features such as centralized instrumentation management, rule-writing capabilities for quality assurance, QCnet program compatibility, automated urine chemistry functionality, and a robust software protection and support package. Responses are due by October 6, 2025, at 10:30 AM Central Time, with a preceding deadline of September 26, 2025, for submitting questions and clarifications. Evaluation criteria will focus on the lowest price per line item on the Pricing Sheet, with the award made to the bidder providing the best value to the State of Texas. The initial contract term spans from the award date through August 31, 2026, with potential for up to four additional one-year renewals through August 1, 2030.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the provided documentation, bidders must demonstrate comprehensive qualifications, including experience, references, and proven ability to perform the required services. The contract will be awarded at the sole discretion of HHSC, considering factors such as the bidder's capability to meet specifications, performance delivery requirements, and past vendor performance. No incumbent vendor is mentioned in the current documentation, and no specific budget range or award value is explicitly stated. The procurement covers Travis County and multiple jurisdictions within Austin, suggesting a regional scope for the software implementation. Potential vendors should be prepared to provide extensive documentation showcasing their technical capabilities, software compatibility, and capacity to support the clinical laboratory testing requirements across various state healthcare facilities.