Opportunity
Texas DIR/ESBD #HHS0016999
Maintenance Services for Chemical Threat Response Laboratory Equipment (MicroLab Star)
Posted
April 22, 2026
Respond By
May 13, 2026
Identifier
HHS0016999
NAICS
811219
This opportunity seeks professional maintenance services for the Texas Health and Human Services Commission's Chemical Threat Response Laboratory. - Government Buyer: - Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC), Procurement and Contracting Services (PCS) division - Department of State Health Services Lab, Austin, TX - Products/Services Requested: - Preventative maintenance and remedial repairs for the MicroLab Star instrument (S/N: B788) and other specialized laboratory equipment - Hardware and application telephone support - Priority dispatch and guaranteed 2-business-day onsite response - All parts must be OEM manufactured - OEM and Vendor Requirements: - Service personnel must be OEM-certified for all equipment serviced - Bidders must provide OEM Field Service Engineer and Support Personnel training certificates - No subcontracting permitted due to critical public health needs - Unique/Notable Requirements: - 24/7 operational support to maintain Laboratory Response Network Chemical program readiness - Compliance with CDC Laboratory Response Network requirements - Comprehensive documentation of experience, references, and financial capability required - Dual CTCD/CTCM certifications required for bidders - Period of Performance: - Initial 1-year contract with up to three 1-year renewal options and a possible 1-year extension - Estimated contract value: $123,975.00
Description
This solicitation is for a maintenance agreement and service contract for the Chemical Threat Response Laboratory under the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and the Department of State Health Services (DSHS). The contract involves preventative maintenance and repairs for specialized laboratory equipment related to biochemistry, biology, and chemistry. Bidders must submit comprehensive responses including required documentation to demonstrate experience, qualifications, and capacity to perform the services. The estimated contract value is $123,975.00, and the contract is anticipated to start on September 1, 2026.