Bid guide
How to bid on Irrigation System Maintenance & Service at Austin State Hospital (ASH)
What the agency is buying
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is seeking bids for as-needed irrigation system maintenance and service at Austin State Hospital (ASH) in Austin, Texas. This contract has an estimated value of $125,000 and an anticipated start date of September 1, 2026.
This is an opportunity for vendors to provide essential facilities maintenance services to a state hospital, ensuring the proper functioning of its irrigation systems.
Key dates and deadlines
There are two mandatory on-site visits scheduled for July 21, 2026, at 10:30 AM Central Time, and July 22, 2026, at 10:30 AM Central Time. You must attend one of these visits to be eligible to submit a bid. Failure to attend will result in disqualification.
Questions about the solicitation are due by July 27, 2026, at 5:00 PM Central Time. Responses to these questions will be posted as an addendum on July 30, 2026. The final deadline for submitting your bid is August 6, 2026, at 10:30 AM Central Time.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for businesses specializing in irrigation system maintenance and service. Firms with experience in facilities management, landscaping, or plumbing services that include irrigation expertise would be a good fit.
The work is for a state hospital, so vendors should be prepared to work within a healthcare facility environment and adhere to any specific site protocols.
How to respond
To access the solicitation documents, click “View original source” on the Texas Electronic State Business Daily (ESBD) posting. You do not need an account to view the documents.
Before submitting your response, you must attend one of the mandatory on-site visits on July 21 or July 22, 2026, at 10:30 AM Central Time. Notify Ruben Mendoza at [email protected] or (512) 419-2371 if you plan to attend. Your bid must be submitted as directed on the posting before the August 6, 2026, 10:30 AM Central Time deadline.
Tips for a competitive response
Since an on-site visit is mandatory, use this opportunity to thoroughly understand the scope of work and the specific conditions at Austin State Hospital. Ask clarifying questions during the visit or submit them by the July 27 deadline to ensure your bid addresses all requirements.
Clearly detail your experience with similar irrigation systems and maintenance tasks. Highlight any specialized equipment or techniques you use that could benefit the agency. Ensure your pricing is competitive and accurately reflects the as-needed nature of the services requested.
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.