Irrigation System Maintenance & Service at Austin State Hospital (ASH)

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission is soliciting competitive bids under IFB No. HHS0017509V2 to establish as needed irrigation system maintenance and service for Building 801 at Austin State Hospital. The scope of work includes inspection, repair, seasonal adjustment, and system protection, with a specific focus on preserving manufacturer warranties for equipment from Hunter, Netafim, Rain Bird, Wilkins/Zurn/Febco, and Whittlesey. The contractor must demonstrate competency in controller programming, decoder addressing, and two-wire path troubleshooting. Services are to be performed Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Central Time, with a requirement to respond to service calls within four hours. The initial contract term runs from September 1, 2026, to August 31, 2027, with a possible one-year extension at the agency's discretion. Award selection is based on best value, considering price, ability to meet performance delivery requirements, and demonstrated experience. Bidders must adhere to strict safety and risk management policies, as work occurs in patient-accessible interior courtyards. Key requirements include comprehensive Texas Department of Public Safety background checks for all personnel, E-Verify employment verification, and maintaining insurance rated A or better by A.M. Best Company. Responses must be submitted by September 8, 2026, at 10:30 AM Central Time via email or the HHS Online Bid Room. All services must comply with Texas Occupations Code Chapter 1903, TCEQ irrigation rules under 30 TAC Chapter 344, and Texas Utilities Code Chapter 251.