FY27 Auto Parts for Austin State Supported Living

The Health and Human Services Commission of Texas is soliciting competitive bids to establish a Blanket Purchase Order for various automotive parts to support the Austin State Supported Living Center, with the solicitation numbered HHS0017590 and posted on July 9, 2026, for responses due by July 23, 2026. This contract, classified under NAICS code 423120, is a firm-fixed-price agreement with an estimated value not to exceed $30,000 during its one-year term from September 1, 2026, to August 31, 2027, and may be extended by the agency for up to one additional year if funding permits. The scope requires delivery of specific Ford or equivalent replacement vehicle parts, including reduction tanks, pumps, hoses, relays, door components, and belts, all of which must be new, free of material defects, and meet industry standards—reworked products, seconds, or previously refused items are strictly prohibited. Bidders proposing alternative brands must provide sufficient literature to demonstrate equivalency, and failure to do so will result in disqualification. All pricing must be all-inclusive, covering labor, materials, equipment, and associated expenses, with no additional charges allowed on invoices. Contract performance requires strict adherence to packaging and labeling guidelines, including shrink-wrapped and labeled pallets and cartons marked with the agency purchase order number, description of contents, and quantity per carton. Deliveries must be scheduled in advance with the designated point of contact, occur only between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM excluding 11:00 AM to noon, and arrive complete and on time—split deliveries and brand mixing are not permitted unless explicitly authorized. The contractor must comply with all state and federal regulations, including the Texas Prompt Payment Act, the Texas Government Code Section 552.372(a), Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and the Rehabilitation Act, and must also adhere to E-Verify, human trafficking prohibitions, and foreign-owned company restrictions under Texas law. Contractors must hold a valid Texas Payee ID Number for payment, submit monthly invoices with detailed descriptions and PO numbers, and understand that per diem, travel, office, and incidental expenses will not be reimbursed. The award will be based on best value to the State, considering price, delivery capabilities, compliance with specifications, vendor performance history