Texas DIR/ESBD #HHS0017273

Texas Health and Human Services seeks Standard P-type Coaxial HPGe Gamma Detector for environmental monitoring

Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and Department of State Health Services (DSHS) are seeking bids for a Standard P-type coaxial high purity Germanium (HPGe) gamma detector and associated components for environmental and radiochemical monitoring. - Government Buyer: - Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC), Procurement and Contracting Services (PCS) division - Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS), Lab Loading Dock L114 - OEMs and Vendors: - Preferred manufacturer: Mirion Technologies - Products/Services Requested: - Standard P-type coaxial HPGe gamma detector (relative efficiency ≥ 40% @1332keV, FWHM, Peak to Compton Ratio ≥ 63:1) - Cryostat dipstick final assembly (31.75 inch tailstock for 4-inch lead shield) - Chamber coax standard - Standard aluminum endcap (3.00 inch diameter) - Intelligent preamp (resistive feedback, slimline cryostat, 10-pin connector) - Coax detector RC cold PA assembly - RCP preamp 10 ft. cable set - Cold finger extension (4 inches) - Part numbers: GC4018-DET, 7504SL-0, CH-COAX-S-0, ENDC-300-STD, iPA-II-SL10, CFA-2002C-CX, RCP-CABLE-10, CFE-4 - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Delivery to DSHS Lab Loading Dock in Austin, Texas - Contract available for use by both HHSC and DSHS - Used for radiochemical drinking water compliance and environmental monitoring near nuclear power plants and the Pantex facility - Delivery expected within 14 days after receipt of order - Option for one-year extension at HHSC's discretion - Historical spend: $45,050 to $80,000 - Procurement exempt under TGC 2155.144 - Bidders must submit affirmations and pricing sheets - OEM Highlight: - Mirion Technologies is the preferred manufacturer for the detector and components

Description

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is seeking competitive bids to establish contract(s) for a Standard P-type coaxial high purity Germanium (HPGe) gamma detector. This procurement aims to replace an aging gamma detector that will soon no longer be covered by an existing service contract. The gamma detectors are used for radiochemical drinking water compliance monitoring and environmental monitoring around Texas's two nuclear power plants and the Pantex facility. Both HHSC and the Department of State Health Services (DSHS) will be entitled to use any contract awarded. The estimated contract value is approximately $59,077.00, and responses are due by June 23, 2026, at 10:30 AM Central Time.

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