Texas DIR/ESBD #HHS0017278

Texas DSHS seeks Perkin Elmer lab instrument maintenance and repair services (sole source)

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC), on behalf of the Department of State Health Services (DSHS), is seeking a contractor for maintenance and repair services for Perkin Elmer laboratory instruments at the DSHS Lab in Austin, TX. - Government Buyer: - Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC), Department of State Health Services (DSHS), Procurement and Contracting Services (PCS) - OEM Highlight: - Perkin Elmer is the specified Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) for all covered laboratory instruments - Vendors: - Only Texas-based vendors with Dual CTCD/CTCM certification are eligible - Products/Services Requested: - Maintenance and repair services for Perkin Elmer lab instruments used in lead screening, biothreat, chemical threat, inorganic, and radiochemistry testing - Annual preventative maintenance (typically 1-2 visits per year per instrument) - Unlimited on-demand on-site repairs with 3-business-day response time - Unlimited technical support (phone, online/email) - Use of OEM parts only and detailed service reporting - Key Perkin Elmer Equipment Covered: - ASSY-NEXION 350 Q - NEXION 2000 (Model C and P) - SPECTRUM TWO/SPOTLIGHT 200I (with DD-ATR accessory) - FIMS 400 Mercury Analyzer - SC-4 DX FAST BASIC, SC-2 DX FAST BASIC autosamplers - S23 Autosampler - Durachill CA 10 and TP Quiet Chillers - Quantities: - Most instruments require 2 preventative maintenance visits per year; SPECTRUM TWO/SPOTLIGHT 200I requires 1 visit per year - Notable Requirements: - Bidders must provide references for similar contracts and demonstrate financial capability - All maintenance must use Perkin Elmer OEM parts - Service must include detailed reporting and compliance with manufacturer recommendations - Estimated Contract Value: - Historical spend is approximately $671,500; current opportunity is estimated up to $999,999.99 - Period of Performance: - Initial term is one year with up to four one-year renewal options and a possible one-year extension - Place of Performance: - DSHS Lab, 1100 W 49th St, Austin, TX 78756

Description

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is seeking competitive bids to establish contract(s) for maintenance and repairs of lab instruments used in multiple areas of the Department of State Health Services (DSHS) lab. These areas include lead screening, biothreat testing, chemical threat testing, inorganic and radiochemistry testing. The procurement is a sole source and restricted to Texas residents, requiring Dual CTCD/CTCM certification. The estimated contract value is $999,999.99, with an anticipated contract start date of September 1, 2026.

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