Texas DIR/ESBD #HHS0017743

Repair and Maintenance Services for Becton, Dickinson Bactec MGIT960 Laboratory Equipment

This opportunity involves a solicitation from the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) for the repair and maintenance of high-volume mycobacteria laboratory equipment at the Department of State Health Services (DSHS) South Texas Laboratory. - Government Buyer: - Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC), Department of State Health Services (DSHS), Procurement and Contracting Services (PCS) - OEMs and Vendors: - Becton, Dickinson and Company (OEM for the Bactec MGIT960 equipment) - Products/Services Requested: - 12-month service plan for Bactec MGIT960 equipment (Serial Nos. MG4900 and MG7870) - Includes one annual preventative maintenance visit, cleaning, adjustment, installation of necessary parts, and software updates - Repair and maintenance services for high-volume mycobacteria testing equipment - Emergency repair response within 24 hours - Technical phone support (Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM) - Unlimited 24-hour toll-free technical support - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Contractors must be certified by Becton, Dickinson and Company (OEM) to perform service and repairs - Service must be performed Monday through Friday, with emergency response within 24 hours - Compliance with all applicable laws and OEM certification requirements - Estimated contract value is approximately $35,000 - The contract includes an initial 12-month term with an option for a one-year extension

Description

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is seeking competitive bids to establish contracts for repair and maintenance of equipment used for high-volume mycobacteria growth, detection, and susceptibility testing at the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) South Texas Laboratory. Both HHSC and DSHS will be entitled to use any contract awarded. The procurement involves specialized laboratory equipment and aims to ensure proper maintenance and repair services. The total estimated contract value is $35,360.00, and responses must be submitted by August 19, 2026, at 10:30 AM Central Time.

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