Upholstery services for Lufkin State Supported

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB No. HHS0016098) for upholstery services specific to the Lufkin State Supported Living Center in Angelina County. The procurement seeks a contractor to repair upholstery for six Ford 2024 F350XL 12 Passenger vans, with work to be performed using black vinyl and including all necessary labor. Contractors must be located within 30 miles of the Lufkin State Supported Living Center and demonstrate at least 5 years of relevant experience in similar services. Key qualifications include providing trained personnel who are at least 18 years old and submitting three verifiable references for comparable contracts completed within the past 5 years. The solicitation requires comprehensive documentation, including Exhibit A HHS Solicitation Affirmations, Exhibit C Pricing Sheet, and Exhibit D Bidder Reference Form. Important dates include a question submission deadline of May 7, 2025, with agency responses posted by May 9, 2025, and a final bid response deadline of May 14, 2025, at 10:30 AM.

The contract appears to be open to all qualified vendors without specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must provide comprehensive insurance coverage, including workers' compensation, commercial general liability, and commercial automobile liability with specified minimum coverage amounts. The procurement is structured as a one-time award with firm and fixed pricing for the contract's duration. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the solicitation requires bidders to demonstrate financial solvency and capability to perform contract requirements. Vendors must comply with numerous state regulations, including antitrust requirements, cybersecurity standards, and various Texas government codes. The contract will require extensive documentation of operational capabilities, including a one-page narrative describing company experience and qualifications. Successful bidders must also maintain ongoing compliance with state health and human services agency requirements, including potential restrictions on business practices and mandatory certifications.