Medical Director Services- Detoxification Department

The City of Laredo is seeking Statements of Qualifications for Medical Director Services for its Detoxification Department under solicitation RFQ 2026-013, with a response deadline of November 24, 2025. Electronic submissions via Cit-E-Bid are strongly encouraged, though hand-delivered bids will also be accepted until 5:00 p.m. on the due date at City Hall. All submissions will be publicly opened and acknowledged the following day at 2:00 p.m. The city emphasizes the importance of timely submission, noting that late bids will not be considered regardless of circumstances. Bidders should be aware of the local vendor preference ordinance 2018-O-175, which grants a 5% evaluation preference to local vendors, and the city reserves the right to reject any or all bids and waive minor irregularities. The contract size is estimated to range between $500,000 and $2,000,000, with the primary point of contact being Tania Herrera. Additional documentation includes instructions for completing a Conflict of Interest Questionnaire, ensuring transparency and compliance with Texas ethics laws. The solicitation process is part of a broader procurement framework that includes various other bids and proposals for services such as recycling processing, construction projects, equipment procurement, and cooperative purchasing initiatives. Overall, the city’s procurement process emphasizes transparency, competitive bidding, and adherence to local and state regulations to ensure the selection of qualified vendors for essential services.