Dental Supply/Repair

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission is seeking bids for a Blanket Purchase Order to supply dental materials and perform equipment repair services at the Mexia State Supported Living Center, located at 540 Chapel Drive, Mexia, TX, to support dental care for residents. The solicitation, identified as HHS0017846, is an Invitation for Bids (IFB) with a response deadline of August 19, 2026, at 10:30 AM Central Time. Bidders must submit comprehensive proposals using mandatory forms including the PCS 137 IFB, Exhibit A through D, with Exhibit C being the only acceptable format for pricing submissions. All products must be new, in original packaging with intact warranties, and replacements for specified brands require supporting literature to validate equivalency; failure to provide this documentation may lead to disqualification. The contract will commence on September 1, 2026, and expire August 31, 2027, with a potential one-year extension at the agency’s discretion based on funding and operational needs. The contract requires strict adherence to specifications including a minimum 90-day warranty on all parts and labor for equipment repairs, delivery windows restricted to 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM daily with a blackout from 11:00 AM to noon, and precise labeling of all shipments with agency purchase order numbers, content descriptions, and quantities. Invoices must be submitted monthly, referencing the purchase order number and detailing services rendered according to Exhibit C, and must include a valid Texas Identification Number (TIN) of 11 digits. Payment will be processed under the Texas Prompt Payment Act in accordance with Chapter 2251 of the Texas Government Code. The award will be determined on a best-value basis, evaluating technical compliance, delivery capability, and pricing, with no obligation to select the lowest bidder. Bidders must be registered in SAM.gov, possess a valid UEI, DUNS number, federal EIN, and Texas franchise tax number, and must certify compliance with state and federal laws including prohibitions on suspension or debarment, felony convictions, boycotts of Israel, and antitrust violations. Contractors are required to maintain appropriate insurance, utilize E-Verify for all employees and subcontractors performing work in Texas, complete mandatory cybersecurity training as outlined in Texas Government Code Section 2063.104, comply with Buy Texas requirements, and submit disaster recovery plans upon