The Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) is seeking proposals for wireless cellular telecommunication services, including voice, data, and messaging. Key requirements include being a facilities-based mobile network operator with native network coverage to at least 95% of the U. S. population. Resellers and Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) are ineligible. Proposals must be submitted through the TRS procurement system (PAVES) by May 27, 2026. A pre-proposal conference will be held virtually on May 8, 2026. Questions are due by May 8, 2026. The initial contract term is one year with three one-year optional renewals. Pricing must be fixed and inclusive of all costs, with no escalation permitted for renewals. TRS reserves the right to make multiple awards. There are no probable subcontracting opportunities identified for Veteran Heroes United in Business (VETHUB) subcontracting plans.
The deadline for submission of proposals is May 27, 2026, at 3:00 p. m. , Central Time. Late proposals may not be considered.
The bid notice does not explicitly detail payment terms. However, it mentions that failure to submit the Progress Assessment Report (PAR) form with the invoice will cause a delay in payment.
TRS will select the vendor who represents the best overall value for TRS, based on a combination of factors including qualifications, experience, acceptance of contract terms, and proposed pricing.
Respondents must be facilities-based mobile network operators that own and operate their own FCC licensed wireless spectrum and radio access network, and provide native network coverage to at least 95% of the U. S. population. Resellers and mobile virtual network operators are ineligible.
The bid notice does not explicitly detail penalties. However, it states that failure to meet mandatory qualifications or submission requirements may result in disqualification.
The bid notice does not require sample submissions.
The bid notice does not specify a deadline for challenges or protests. However, it states that all protests, appeals, and stay requests must be timely submitted to legalnotices@trs. texas. gov.