Texas DIR/ESBD #HHS0017406

Texas DSHS Solicits Sonoco ThermoSafe Insulated Shippers and Gel Packs for Lab Specimen Transport

The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS), under the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC), is seeking competitive bids for insulated shippers and cold packs to support laboratory specimen transport across the state. - Government Buyer: - Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC), Department of State Health Services (DSHS), Procurement and Contracting Services (PCS) - OEMs and Vendors: - Sonoco ThermoSafe is the specified Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) for both insulated shippers and gel packs - Products Requested: - Sonoco ThermoSafe multipurpose insulated shippers (part number 15714-522) - Estimated annual quantity: 30 cases - Expanded polystyrene (EPS) construction, dimensions 26.3 x 22.4 x 30.8 in, 18.1 lbs per case - Sonoco ThermoSafe Polar Pack gel packs (part number 14100-478) - Estimated annual quantity: 60 cases - Gel pack refrigerant, 20 oz, dimensions 15.7 x 10.9 x 8.9 in, 36.25 lbs per case - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Equivalent products may be considered if they meet all specifications - Bidders must comply with strict delivery, substitution, and performance requirements - Contract covers multiple highway districts and requires delivery to various locations statewide - Contract term is one year with up to four one-year renewal options and a possible one-year extension - Estimated contract value is $50,000 - Compliance with Texas Government Code 2155.144 and submission of required certifications and forms is mandatory

Description

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is seeking competitive bids to establish contracts for insulated shippers and cold packs used for packing specimen collection. These items will be issued upon request to the Department of State Health Services Laboratory. The solicitation is issued under Texas Government Code 2155.144 and includes both HHSC and DSHS as entitled users of the contract. Bidders must submit a comprehensive response including all required documentation to demonstrate capability and compliance.

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