Description
The Texas Health & Human Services Commission (HHSC) is issuing an Invitation for Bids (IFB) to secure competitive podiatry services for the San Antonio State Hospital. The contract will be awarded to one or more qualified providers capable of delivering outpatient and inpatient podiatric care, including foot examinations, wound care, orthotics, and related procedures. The solicitation includes a $250,000 ceiling, a standard procurement schedule, and requires electronic or mailed submission of a complete response package by the deadline. Bidders must submit pricing, qualifications, and required certifications, and comply with Texas state contracting and ethics regulations.
• Scope: Full‑service podiatry (clinical assessment, treatment, surgery, orthotics) for patients at San Antonio State Hospital.
• Contract value ceiling: $250,000 (historical spend approx. $93,000).
• Submission deadline: October 29, 2026 10:30 AM (central time).
• Questions due: October 20, 2026 5:00 PM; answers posted by October 22, 2026.
• Delivery methods: Email to [email protected], HHS Online Bid Room, or hand‑delivered USB drive.
• Required attachments: Signed solicitation affirmations, pricing sheet, bidder qualifications form, and any applicable certifications.
• Evaluation criteria: Technical compliance, financial capability, past performance, and price.
• Contract start: Upon award (no fixed start date).
• Mandatory compliance with Texas ethics, insurance, and subcontracting (HUB) requirements.