Soft Drink Government Bids & RFPs

Responses must be received by August 27, 2026, 10:30 am. responses to this ifb must be received august 27, 2026, 10: 30 am

Payment will be made in accordance with the pricing provided on exhibit c pricing sheet. a payment will be made by the hhs agency in accordance with the pricing provided on exhibit c pricing sheet.

The award will be made to the bidder who provides the best value to the state of texas. hhsc shall not be obligated to select the bidder with the lowest price but shall make an award to the bidder who provides the best value to the state of texas.

Bidders must submit a comprehensive response which includes all required information and documentation as outlined in this ifb. to be considered for award, bidders must submit a comprehensive response which includes all required information and documentation as outlined in this ifb

Questions or clarifications submission deadline is August 20, 2026. questions or clarifications submission deadline august 20, 2026

Failure to read any part of this ifb will not relieve the bidder from any submission requirements. failure to read any part of this ifb will not relieve the bidder from anysubmission requirements or a contractor of its contractual obligations.

Invoices must be submitted on a monthly basis or as otherwise indicated on the purchase order. a contractor must submit invoices for services performed on a monthly basis or as otherwise indicated on the purchase order.

Responses must be provided no later than August 20, 2026, 2:00pm Pacific Time. please provide a response if the following requirements can be supported by email no later than august20 2026, 2: 00pm pacific time.

Deliveries are to be made between 7:00 am and 2:00 pm on date specified, but not between 11:00 am and noon to the address specified on the issued po. deliveries are to be made between 7: 00 am and 2: 00 pm on date specified, but not between 11: 00 am and noon

A payment will be made by the hhs agency in accordance with the pricing provided on exhibit c pricing sheet. a payment will be made by the hhs agency in accordance with the pricing provided on exhibit c pricing sheet.

The award will be made to the bidder who provides the best value to the state based on all factors considered, including price. hhsc shall not be obligated to select the bidder with the lowest price but shall make an award to the bidder who provides the best value to the state of texas.

Bidders must submit a comprehensive response which includes all required information and documentation as outlined in this ifb to ensure the bidder meets all requirements, possesses the required experience and qualifications, and has the capacity to provide the goods and or services described in this ifb. to be considered for award, bidders must submit a comprehensive response which includes all required information and documentation as outlined in this ifb to ensure the bidder meets all requirements, possesses the required experience and qualifications, and has the capacity to provide the goods andor services described in this ifb.

Questions or clarifications submission deadline is August 10, 2026. questions or clarifications submission deadline august 10, 2026

Failure to read any part of this ifb will not relieve the bidder from any submission requirements or a contractor of its contractual obligations. failure to read any part of this ifb will not relieve the bidder from anysubmission requirements or a contractor of its contractual obligations.

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Any contract resulting from this ifb will begin september 1, 2026, and expire august 31, 2027. any contract resulting from this ifb will begin september 1, 2026, and expire august 31, 2027.

Delivery will be made within 2 days ARO (After Receipt of Order) on a called-for basis.

Payment is to be made within 30 days after receipt of properly executed invoice or delivery, whichever is later. Discounts for payment made within 30 days. Discounts for payment made in less than 30 days, of less than 1%, or applicable to an indefinite quantity contract will be accepted but will not be an award consideration.

The contract will be awarded on an all-or-none basis to the overall lowest responsive, responsible bidder meeting the specifications.

Vendors must be registered in the LAGov system to submit bids and have their bids tabulated. Bidders must be responsive and responsible and meet the specifications.

Failure to deliver within the time specified or to provide services as specified will constitute a default and may cause cancellation of the contract. The state reserves the right to purchase on the open market and charge the contractor for excess costs.

Bids may be rejected if delivery time is longer than specified. Failure to comply with laws, regulations, or contract provisions can lead to termination. Misrepresentation, fraud, or abusive conduct are grounds for termination.