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This Solicitation opportunity from Texas was posted on August 24, 2026. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

Permit Mail Services for HHSC

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HHS0017586v2State & Local

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NAICS: 561431
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CITY MAIL SERVICES
Solicitation # RFP 2027-09
The City of Edinburg is soliciting proposals under RFP 2027-09 for comprehensive mail services to support the daily operations of the City Secretary's Department and the Utility Billing Water Department. The selected vendor will be responsible for receiving, sorting, metering, and processing outgoing correspondence, including approximately 90,000 pieces of mail annually for the City Secretary and roughly 30,000 water bills per month for the Utility Billing division. To be eligible, vendors must maintain a permanent business location within the Rio Grande Valley, specifically in Edinburg or within a 25-mile radius of City Hall. The provider is required to maintain a secure environment for all mail and comply with all United States Postal Service requirements and state and federal confidentiality laws. The contract will be awarded based on a weighted evaluation focusing on cost proposal and pricing (25%), service reliability and turnaround time (20%), technical approach (20%), vendor qualifications (15%), local availability (15%), and past performance (5%). Local vendors within Edinburg city limits may receive a 5% bid price preference. Administrative requirements include monthly itemized invoicing separated by department and the submission of various certifications, including disclosures regarding conflicts of interest, litigation, and boycotts of Israel and energy companies. Proposals are due by November 3, 2026, and must be submitted as a single PDF via the e-procurement portal along with required physical copies.
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Solicitation HHS0017586v2 is an Invitation for Bids issued by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission to secure permit mail services for Disability Determination Services. The selected contractor will be responsible for the daily pickup of outgoing correspondence from a designated Austin, Texas location between 1:30 p.m. and 2:00 p.m., ensuring secure transport and same-day delivery to the USPS Business Mail Entry Unit. The scope includes processing various mail sizes, such as letters, booklets, and flats, and requires the contractor to be a certified USPS Permit/Resort Bureau with CASS and MASS certifications. The initial contract term is set from October 1, 2026, to August 31, 2027, with an option for a one-year renewal and a potential one-year extension for continuity of service. The award will be based on the best value to the State of Texas, evaluating the bidder's ability to meet specifications, performance delivery, and pricing for First Class Permit Letters and Flats. Bidders must provide a comprehensive response package, including a pricing sheet, bidder reference and qualification forms, and various state-mandated affirmations. Compliance requirements include the use of a Texas Identification Number for payments, adherence to the Texas Prompt Payment Act, and mandatory background checks for key personnel. Additionally, contractors must comply with cybersecurity training under the Texas Government Code and various federal civil rights and safety standards, including the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970. Responses are due by September 15, 2026, and may be submitted via the HHS Online Bid Room or on a single USB drive.

General Info

Texas HHS seeks Permit Mail Services solicitations by September 15, 2026.

Agency

Texas → Health and Human Services Commission

Place of Performance

TX, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

8

Exhibit D – Bidder Reference and Contract Qualifications Form

PDF, High priority: read this firstqualification-form
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HHSTX-HHS0017586 Exhibit C Pricing Sheet

XLS, High priority: read this firstrfq
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IFB No. HH50017586v2 - Permit Mail Services for HHSC

PDF, High priority: read this firstifb
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Exhibit E-1 PCS Map Directions

PDF, Low priorityother
Low

Form 4109 - Application for Texas Identification Number

PDF, Low priorityapplication-form
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HHS0017586v2 Exhibit A – Solicitation Affirmations

PDF, Low priorityother
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HHS0017586v2 Exhibit E - HHS Online Bid Room Information

PDF, Low priorityother
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HHS Contract Affirmations

PDF, Low prioritycontract-document
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AgencyTexas → Health and Human Services Commission
Contacts1 person available
OfficeTX, USA
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Texas → Health and Human Services Commission
Office AddressTX, USA

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Permit Mail Services for HHSC

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