HHS0017314 Plumbing Parts, Equipment, and Supplies

The Health and Human Services Commission of Texas is soliciting bids for plumbing parts, equipment, and supplies under contract number HHS0017314 to serve the Lubbock State Supported Living Center. This is a Blanket Purchase Order with an initial term running from September 1, 2026, through August 31, 2027, with an option for a one-year extension. The solicitation requires vendors to submit firm, fixed unit prices for all items listed in Exhibit C, the Pricing Sheet, which serves as an evaluation tool rather than a binding list—additional products within the same category may be ordered under the resulting contract. Pricing must be all-inclusive, covering labor, materials, equipment, and all associated expenses, with no reimbursement allowed for incidental costs such as travel, per diem, or office space. All deliveries must be made on time between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM, excluding 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM, at the specified Texas location, and vendors must schedule appointments in advance with the designated point of contact. Cartons must be labeled with the description of contents, agency purchase order number, and quantity per carton; pallets must be shrink wrapped and labeled. Split deliveries are prohibited unless explicitly requested, and reworked, defective, or previously refused products are strictly unacceptable. Bidders must comply with a comprehensive set of contractual and regulatory requirements, including adherence to the Texas Health and Human Services Uniform Terms and Conditions, the Federal Occupational Safety and Health Act, and numerous federal and state anti-discrimination statutes such as Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Contractors must certify they are not suspended or debarred, are compliant with E-Verify, and have not engaged in human trafficking or unethical influence in state contracting. All vendors are required to provide a valid Texas Identification Number (TIN), a Unique Entity Identifier from SAM.gov, a Federal Employer Identification Number, and other state business identifiers. Invoices must be submitted monthly, include the purchase order number and detailed description of delivered goods, and align strictly with Exhibit C pricing. Payment is contingent on receipt and satisfactory performance, governed by the Texas Prompt Payment Act, and disputed invoices must be returned within 21 days. The evaluation process prioritizes technical compliance, delivery capability, price competitiveness, past performance, and demonstrated ability to perform, with no single factor guaranteeing award