General Maintenance and Repairs at the Rio Grande State Supported Living

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission is soliciting competitive bids under solicitation number HHS0017978 to establish contracts for as needed general building maintenance and repairs at the Rio Grande State Supported Living Center in Harlingen, Texas. The scope of work includes construction and installation of items such as cabinets, pergolas, and handicap railings, as well as providing emergency repairs when patient or personnel safety is at risk. The selected contractor must provide all necessary labor, tools, and materials, ensuring that equipment is installed according to manufacturer recommendations and that all debris is legally disposed of. Regular services are performed Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Central Time, and the contractor is required to respond to all service calls within four hours. Award decisions will be based on the best value to the State of Texas, considering price, ability to meet performance delivery requirements, and past vendor performance. Bidders must submit a comprehensive response including a pricing sheet with a material markup not to exceed 20 percent, contractor qualifications, and various state and federal affirmations. Key compliance requirements include mandatory statewide criminal and sex offender record checks for personnel, adherence to the Texas Prompt Payment Act, and compliance with cybersecurity training under the Texas Government Code. The contract is governed by the HHS Uniform Terms and Conditions Version 3.4 and requires strict adherence to non-discrimination laws and federal occupational safety standards.