Texas DIR/ESBD #HHS0017640

Texas HHSC Solicits DNA Extraction Reagents for Newborn Screening (QuantaBio Specified)

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is seeking bids for a five-year contract to supply DNA extraction reagents for the state's Newborn Screening Program, supporting SCID and SMA testing. - Government Buyer: - Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC), Procurement and Contracting Services (PCS) division - OEMs and Vendors: - QuantaBio is specified as the OEM for both requested products - Products Requested: - QuantaBio Extracta DBS 1x DNA extraction buffer (Part #95171-500) - 450 units of 500 mL each annually - QuantaBio PerfeCTa qPCR ToughMix UNG, Low ROX 2x master mix (Part #9514005K) - 136 units of 50 mL each annually - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Products must meet strict delivery, packaging, and storage requirements - Contract is open to alternative brands if minimum specifications are met and supporting literature is provided - Contract may be used by both DSHS and HHSC - Compliance with Texas Public Information Act and contracting information requirements is mandatory

Description

The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) is soliciting bids for a five-year contract to supply DNA Extraction Reagents for the Newborn Screening Program. The reagents are required to support SCID-SMA Screening as part of the program. Bidders offering alternatives to the specified brand must provide adequate literature with their bid for evaluation; failure to do so may result in disqualification. All products must meet minimum specifications, and the contract is open to various districts across Texas.

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