Service Agreement for Agilent Instruments

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) Procurement and Contracting Services (PCS) division is seeking competitive bids to establish a full-service contract for the repair and maintenance of 27 Agilent instrument systems used to protect the quality of drinking water and for patient specimens to rapidly identify and report individuals with contagious tuberculosis. The required services include annual preventative maintenance, repair, and technical support. The contract period is from September 1, 2024 through August 31, 2025, with up to four one-year renewal options. Responses must be received by July 16, 2024 at 10:30 AM Central Time. Bidders must demonstrate their ability to perform the required services, including the size and scope of their operations, the number of employees available, and the number of supervisors. The pricing structure is firm, fixed pricing, and price adjustments may be considered based on the Consumer Price Index.

The solicitation indicates that subcontracting opportunities are probable under this contract, and respondents, including State of Texas certified Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUBs), must complete and submit a HUB Subcontracting Plan (HSP) with their bid response. The historical spend for these services is $199,699, but the specific award value or budget range is not disclosed. The solicitation documents do not indicate any set-asides or the presence of an incumbent contractor.