HHSC PCS is seekingcompetitive bids to establish contract(s) for the removal and replacement ofthe Automatic Transfer Switch at the Rio Grande State Center Bldg. 515, Gen B.

OptionalOn-Site Visit

HHSC will conduct two(2) optional on-site visits at thelocation specified below on the date and time identified in the ProcurementSchedule (cover page of this IFB) or on the date and time established insubsequent Addenda.

The on-site visitwill include a review of the IFB requirements as well as a walk-through of thefacility.

Attendance isstrongly encouraged, but not required. Failure to attend in person will notdisqualify a Bidder.

Location for On-Site Visit:

Rio Grande StateCenter

1401S Rangerville Rd, Harlingen, TX 78552

Onsitecontact: Mateo Maldonado,Office: 956-364-8028, Mateo.Maldonado@hhs.texas.gov and Ruben Aguero, Office:956-364-8443

Biddersmust notify the on-site contact listed above regarding attendance.

On-SiteVisit Instructions: The Contractor shall Enter entrance #4 off of RangervilleRd. and sign in at building 503. Ask for Mateo and/or Ruben at the front desk.

Procurement Schedule - All Times are Central Time

Reference Section 2 for further information

IFB Date Posted to ESBD

February 12, 2026

Optional On-Site Visit

February 24, 2026, 10:00 AM

February 25, 2026, 2:00 PM

Questions or Clarifications Submission Deadline

February 26, 2026, 5:00 PM

Responses to Questions or Clarifications - Addendum posted on the ESBD

March 2, 2026

Response Deadline: Responses to this IFB must be received

March 6, 2026, 10:30 AM

Anticipated Contract Start Date

Upon Award