Freezer Unit Installation in BLDG. 574 at Denton State Supported Living Center

The Health and Human Services Commission of Texas is seeking competitive bids for the installation of new freezer units in Building 574 at the Denton State Supported Living Center under Solicitation Number HHS0017176V2, issued as an Invitation for Bids (IFB) pursuant to Texas Government Code 2155.144(b). The solicitation, posted on June 9, 2026, requires submissions to be received no later than June 26, 2026, at 10:30 AM Central Time, with an optional site visit scheduled for June 11, 2026, at 10:30 AM at 3980 State School Rd, Denton, TX. Bidders must submit responses exclusively through approved methods including email to [email hidden], the HHS Online Bid Room, or physical delivery via USB drive using overnight or priority mail; facsimile and other unapproved methods are prohibited. Responses must adhere strictly to format requirements, using Microsoft Office formats for non-signed documents and PDF for signed documents, with all submissions containing complete and unaltered information. No exceptions or assumptions are permissible, and failure to comply will result in disqualification. All bids must include Exhibit C – Pricing Sheet and other mandatory exhibits, including the HHS Solicitation Affirmations, Uniform Terms and Conditions, Bidder Reference and Contractor Qualifications Form, Historically Underutilized Business Subcontracting Plan, and Form 4109 for Texas Identification Number. Bidders must also submit a Certificate of Interested Parties (Form 1295) if notified as a potential awardee. The contract is a one-time procurement with an initial term beginning upon award and ending on August 31, 2026, though the agency reserves the right to extend the term for up to one year if necessary. Performance is required at the Denton facility, and the Contractor must furnish all labor, equipment, materials, and transportation necessary to complete the installation in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Personnel must be trained and experienced, and the Contractor assumes full responsibility for the safety and conduct of all workers on site. Pricing will be evaluated on a total cost basis using Exhibit C, with award based on best value to the State of Texas, not necessarily the lowest price, considering factors such as technical compliance, past performance, financial capability, and demonstrated ability to