Electrical High Voltage Lufkin SSL

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission is soliciting bids for medium voltage electrical repair and maintenance services on an as-needed basis at the Lufkin State Supported Living Center. The contractor will be responsible for providing all labor, tools, equipment, and materials, specifically focusing on electrical system replacement parts and services. Key personnel requirements include the use of Master or Journeyman Electricians, with a mandatory TDLR Lineman's license for work involving transformers, facility supply lines, and points of supply. To ensure patient safety and emergency response capabilities, the contractor must maintain an office within 120 miles of the facility and adhere to a strict response time of one hour for verbal responses and two hours to be onsite. The solicitation, identified as HHS0017399v3, has a response deadline of October 5, 2026. Award decisions will be based on best value, evaluating the bidder's ability to meet specifications, performance delivery, and pricing provided in the required pricing sheet. Bidders must provide at least three verifiable references from the last five years and demonstrate financial solvency and technical capacity. Pricing is structured around hourly rates for various electrician categories and equipment, with a maximum 10 percent markup on materials. The anticipated contract start date is upon award, with services generally performed Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Central Time. All work must comply with OSHA safety standards and applicable Texas codes.