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Texas Animal Health Commission Request for Proposals for Laboratory Testing Services for Field Personnel

Texas Animal Health CommissionTexas, USADue Thursday, December 10, 2026
Client
Texas Animal Health Commission
Solicitation No.
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Posted
10/24/2026
Category
Quality control, Testing & Inspection services
Budget
Looking for Proposal
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Description

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The Texas Animal Health Commission is seeking laboratory testing services for field personnel, which includes phlebotomy services, cholinesterase panels, brucella antibodies, tuberculosis, coxiellosis testing, routine surveillance, and baseline testing. Services will be provided on an as-needed basis in Austin, TX, under a firm-fixed-price one-year contract starting March 1, 2027. Eligibility is restricted to USA organizations, and work must be performed onsite. All questions regarding the solicitation must be submitted in writing by November 12, 2026, at 3:00 PM CST. Digital submissions are accepted via email or online, but all proposals must be officially time and date stamped by TAHC purchasing personnel before the deadline on December 10, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST. Required submittals include completed contract forms, vendor information, proof of insurance capability, past project references, vendor setup forms, and the mandatory pricing schedule. Proposals will be evaluated based on a 100-point scale: cost (40 points), past performance, qualifications, and experience (30 points), and compliance with TAHC specifications (30 points). Past performance is also subject to a pass/fail check using the Vendor Performance System and reference checks.

Key solicitation details

AI-extracted from ESBD_571133_1792704208047_554-27-002 RFP Laboratory Testing Services for Field Personnel.pdf. Confirm against the original documents before bidding.

The Texas Animal Health Commission is soliciting proposals from qualified laboratory testing facilities to provide phlebotomy services and related support for field personnel. Services will be delivered on a firm fixed-price, as-needed basis across the contract period. Respondents must submit proposals addressing all required testing services to be considered for contract award.

Issued by
Texas Animal Health Commission
Publication of Request for Proposal
Thursday, October 22, 2026
RFP Questions Due
Thursday, November 12, 2026 (3:00 PM CST)
Agency Responses to Vendor Questions, or Clarifications
Wednesday, November 18, 2026
Response Deadline
Thursday, December 10, 2026 (2:00 P.M. CST)
Award Date
January 2027
Services Commencement Date
March 1, 2027
How to submit
Sealed hard copy delivered in person or by mail
Submission details
Must be submitted in sealed and properly labeled containers and time-stamped by TAHC purchasing personnel. Email or fax submissions are not accepted.
Contract term
March 1, 2027 through February 29, 2028, with optional extensions up to six months.
Place of performance
2105 Kramer Lane, Austin, TX
Insurance and bonding
Minimum required coverage issued by companies rated A or better and authorized in Texas, including primary non-contributory terms and waiver of subrogation.
Funding
Texas Government Code Title 10, Subchapter D, Chapter 2156.121 - 2156.127

How proposals are evaluated

Cost40 points
Respondent's Past Performance, Qualifications & Experience30 points
Compliance with TAHC Specifications30 points

Scope of work

  • Phlebotomy services and related support
  • Cholinesterase panel testing
  • Brucella antibodies testing
  • Tuberculosis testing
  • Coxiellosis testing
  • Routine surveillance testing
  • Baseline testing

Minimum qualifications

  • Ability to obtain required insurance with Financial Strength Rating of A or better
  • Insurers authorized to do business under the laws of the State of Texas
  • Acceptable past performance score in the Vendor Performance System

Documents to include with the bid

  • Completed Page 2 Cover Sheet
  • Attachment C Mandatory Pricing Schedule
  • Attachment D Past Projects and Corresponding References
  • Attachment E Information and Certifications Form
  • Proof of Insurance or Statement of Intent
  • Vendor Setup Forms

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