Laboratory Testing Services for Field Personnel

The Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) is soliciting a laboratory testing facility under RFP 554-27-002 to provide phlebotomy and laboratory testing services for field personnel exposed to pesticides. The selected contractor will be responsible for providing physical facilities and staff across multiple Texas locations to conduct baseline and routine surveillance testing for Cholinesterase, Brucella, and Tuberculosis. Key deliverables include the provision of all necessary specimen collection supplies, such as containers, tubes, and bio-hazard containers, as well as the materials required to maintain sample integrity during transit. The contractor must also provide training to TAHC staff and the Medical Review Officer on the proper handling and preparation of specimens. The initial contract term is scheduled from March 1, 2027, through February 29, 2028, with an optional renewal through February 28, 2029. Award decisions will be based on a best value standard, with past performance evaluated on a pass/fail basis. Contractors must comply with various Texas and Federal mandates, including E-Verify, cybersecurity training, and certifications against boycotting Israel. Proposals must be submitted in a sealed container by December 10, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. CT, as email or fax submissions are not accepted. Performance and payment bonds may be required for contracts exceeding $100,000 and $25,000, respectively, and self-insurance is not permitted.