Water Testing Services at Big Spring State Hospital

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission is soliciting water testing services at Big Spring State Hospital under solicitation number HHS0017532, with responses due by June 26, 2026, at 10:30 AM Central Time. This invitation for bids is classified under NAICS code 541380 and NIGP code 989-91, targeting qualified vendors to deliver comprehensive water sampling and analysis services. The contract, to begin upon award and expire on August 31, 2027, may be renewed for up to four additional one-year terms, with a potential one-year extension for continuity during transition. Services must be performed Monday through Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Central Time at designated locations, with responses required within four hours of service calls, and after-hours work requiring prior written approval and billing at specified premium rates. The contractor is responsible for furnishing all labor, equipment, transportation, materials, and supervision, ensuring all work meets or exceeds industry standards and contract specifications. All pricing must be firm, fixed, and all-inclusive as outlined in Exhibit C, covering every associated cost without reimbursement for travel, per diem, equipment, or office expenses. Compliance with state and federal regulations is mandatory, including adherence to Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and the E-Verify system for employment eligibility verification. The contractor must maintain umbrella liability insurance of at least $1,000,000, with coverage deemed primary to any State insurance, and ensure all personnel are properly trained and accountable for safety. All bids require submission of completed Exhibits A, C, and D via the HHS Online Bid Room or email to pcsbids@hhs.texas.gov, with documents in Microsoft Office or PDF formats on a single USB drive. Late or incomplete submissions are grounds for disqualification, and failure to submit Exhibits A or C automatically disqualifies a response. The contractor must hold a valid Texas Identification Number, comply with all state and federal tax and registration requirements, and certify against suspension or debarment in federal and state systems. Audit rights are retained by the State at all times, and any noncompliance, defective work, or misrepresentation may result in termination, financial liability, or civil and criminal penalties. The award will be made based on