Bid guide
How to bid on commercial refrigeration repair and maintenance for Austin State Hospital
What the agency is buying
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is looking for vendors to provide as-needed repair and maintenance services for commercial refrigerators, freezers, and ice machines. These services will be performed at Austin State Hospital.
This is an opportunity for businesses specializing in commercial refrigeration services to secure a contract with a state agency. The estimated value for this contract is $75,000.
Key dates and deadlines
The solicitation was posted on July 24, 2026. If you have any questions or need clarifications, you must submit them by July 29, 2026, at 5:00 PM Central Time. Responses to these questions will be posted on August 3, 2026.
Your bid must be received by August 7, 2026, at 10:30 AM Central Time. The anticipated start date for the contract is September 1, 2026.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for businesses that specialize in the repair and maintenance of commercial refrigeration equipment, including freezers and ice machines. Vendors should have experience providing facility maintenance services.
The relevant category for this work is facilities maintenance, specifically focusing on commercial kitchen and refrigeration equipment.
How to respond
To access the full solicitation documents and learn how to respond, you need to go to the Texas Electronic State Business Daily (ESBD). The solicitation number is HHS0017686.
You can view the posting and its associated documents publicly without needing an account. Follow the instructions provided in the posting to submit your response before the deadline.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Carefully review all sections of the solicitation to ensure your bid meets every requirement. Pay close attention to the scope of work for commercial refrigeration, freezer, and ice machine repair and maintenance.
Ensure your pricing is competitive and clearly itemized as requested. Double-check that all required forms and documentation are completed accurately and submitted on time. Late submissions are typically not accepted.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Health & Human Services Commission; the original posting controls.