Bid guide
How to bid on Preventative Maintenance for BD Max Clinical Instrument for DSHS
What the agency is buying
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is looking for bids to provide preventative maintenance services for a BD Max clinical instrument. This contract is for the Department of State Health Services (DSHS).
The estimated value for this contract is $125,219.50. This is an opportunity for businesses specializing in the maintenance of clinical laboratory equipment.
Key dates and deadlines
The solicitation was posted on July 28, 2026. If you have questions or need clarifications, you must submit them by July 31, 2026, at 5:00 PM Central Time. Responses to these questions will be posted as an addendum on the ESBD by August 5, 2026.
Your bid response must be received by August 14, 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 firms with expertise in the preventative maintenance and servicing of specialized clinical laboratory instruments, specifically the BD Max system. Vendors should have experience working with healthcare or state government agencies.
The relevant category for this work is healthcare equipment maintenance and repair services.
How to respond
To access the full solicitation documents, go to the Texas Electronic State Business Daily (ESBD) and find solicitation number HHS0017383. You do not need an account to view the posting and its associated documents.
Follow the instructions provided in the posting to submit your response before the deadline. The point of contact for this solicitation is Jeramy Keil.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Carefully review all sections of the Invitation for Bid (IFB) to ensure your proposal meets every requirement. Pay close attention to the scope of work for preventative maintenance services for the BD Max clinical instrument.
Ensure your pricing is competitive and clearly itemized as requested. Double-check that all required forms and certifications are completed accurately and submitted on time. Late submissions are generally 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 Texas Health and Human Services Commission; the original posting controls.