Texas DIR/ESBD #HHS0017353

Texas HHSC Solicits Two 2027 Type 3 Transit Ambulatory Buses for Youth and Living Centers

This procurement opportunity is issued by the Texas Health & Human Services Commission (HHSC) for the acquisition of two new 2027 Type 3 Transit Vehicle Buses, each with a 15-passenger ambulatory capacity, for use at the Terrell Center for Youth and the Mexia State Supported Living Center. - Government Buyer: - Texas Health & Human Services Commission (HHSC), Procurement and Contracting Services (PCS) division - Offices: HHSC PCS Bids; Executive Commissioner Stephanie Muth - OEMs and Vendors: - Starcraft Bus (referenced as the baseline OEM for the Allstar model) - Ford (chassis, e.g., E-350 or approved equal) - Rosco (backup camera system, model STSK4750) - Products/Services Requested: - Two (2) 2027 Type 3 Transit Vehicle Buses, 15-passenger, gasoline-powered, ambulatory configuration - Based on a cutaway chassis (e.g., Ford E-350 or approved equal) - 7.3L V8 engine, 50-gallon fuel tank, 12,500 lbs. GVWR - White exterior, electric passenger entry door, advanced HVAC, heated mirrors - Safety features: backup camera (Rosco STSK4750), backup alarm, fire extinguisher, first aid kit - Interior: specific seating configuration, seat belts, driver and passenger amenities - Warranty: 5 years/100,000 miles manufacturer and powertrain, 3 years/36,000 miles bumper-to-bumper - Delivery to Terrell Center for Youth (Terrell, TX) and Mexia State Supported Living Center (Mexia, TX) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Vehicles must meet Buy America requirements - Approved equals to the Starcraft Allstar are acceptable if all specifications are met - Vendor must handle all warranty registrations and claims, and provide local repair facilities - All standard and required features must be included in the base price - No unique set-asides or restrictions beyond standard state procurement rules - Firm fixed pricing; estimated value ~$115,000 per vehicle - Contract may be used by both HHSC and Department of State Health Services (DSHS)

Description

This solicitation is for the procurement of 2027 Type 3 Transit Vehicle Buses, specifically 15 Passenger Ambulatory Vehicles, for the Terrell Center for Youth in Terrell, TX, and the Mexia State Supported Living Center in Mexia, TX. The project involves the purchase of two vehicles meeting specified requirements including gasoline transit quality paratransit vehicles with detailed specifications provided. The solicitation includes multiple attachments such as the invitation for bid, affirmations, pricing sheets, bid room information, map/directions, and scope of work. The response deadline is July 21, 2026, at 10:30 AM Central Time.

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