This Invitation for Bids (IFB) is for habilitation consumables and equipment for Richmond State Supported Living Center. The procurement schedule includes a questions/clarifications submission deadline of July 9, 2026, and a response deadline of July 17, 2026, at 10:30 AM Central Time. The anticipated contract start date is September 1, 2026. Bids must be submitted electronically via email or through the HHS Online Bid Room, or on a USB drive via hand delivery or overnight mail. Pricing must be firm and fixed for the life of the contract. Awards will be made to the bidder offering the best value to the state, considering requirements, performance, and price. Past vendor performance will be evaluated.
Responses to this IFB must be received July 17, 2026, 10:30 am.
HHS System Agency will make contract payments in accordance with chapter **** of the Texas Government Code, commonly known as the Texas Prompt Payment Act.
All responses will be evaluated according to the following criteria: bidder meeting or exceeding the requirements and specifications in accordance with this IFB, bidders ability to meet performance delivery requirements, and price.
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 and/or services described in this IFB.
Texas Administrative Code, Title 1, Part 15, Chapter 391, Subchapter C provides a formal protest procedure.
Failure to comply with the sole point of contact requirements may result in disqualification of the response. Failure to monitor the ESBD for addenda may result in disqualification. Late responses will be disqualified.