IFB# 2027028 Pediatric Behavioral Health Construction

Parkland Health and Hospital System is soliciting a qualified General Contractor under IFB# 2027028 (Solicitation 770) to renovate approximately 2,500 square feet of existing shell space into a Pediatric Behavioral Center Clinic. The project involves demolition and construction activities that must adhere to strict healthcare standards, including Texas Health and Human Services Hospital Licensing Rules (25 TAC Chapter 133) and Texas Accessibility Standards. Responses are due by October 12, 2026, and must be submitted through the designated portal. The contract emphasizes rigorous safety and risk mitigation, requiring a Preconstruction Risk Assessment (PCRA) and, if necessary, an Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA) before work begins. Contractors must comply with the 2025 Construction Safety Manual, designate an OSHA-qualified competent safety person, and obtain specific permits for hot work and electrical lockout/tagout procedures. Additionally, the project mandates strict adherence to IT security specifications, including HIPAA and NIST compliance, to ensure the protection of PII and PHI. Award eligibility is heavily tied to Minority/Women Business Enterprise (M/WBE) participation. Prime contractors must submit a Prime Participation Plan Report and Letters of Intent for all M/WBE subcontractors. If aspirational M/WBE goals are not met, bidders must provide a Good Faith Effort Form documenting their outreach; failure to provide this documentation may result in the bid being rejected as non-responsive.