The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) is seeking vendors to develop two open educational resources (OER) nursing textbooks and supplementary online test preparation resources. The initial contract term is until August 31, 2027, with a possible one-year renewal. Proposals must be submitted by February 9th, 2026. Respondents must have a minimum of five years of experience. The THECB will evaluate proposals based on criteria including price, scope of work, experience, and qualifications. The THECB may request demonstrations or oral presentations. The THECB will consider best value for the state. Invoices must be submitted with the purchase order number. The THECB will not prepay. The THECB will post a notice of award on the THECB website. Respondents must disclose any use of AI tools.
The initial term of the contract shall commence upon execution and shall terminate on August 31, 2027, unless renewed, extended, or terminated as otherwise provided for in the contract.
The THECB will make payments for services in accordance with the texas prompt payment laws, texas government code ****.
The THECB will evaluate responsive proposals in accordance with applicable texas procurement laws.
Respondents must have a minimum of five 5 years experience providing services like those described in section 4. , scope of work.
Should awarded respondent breach the contract or fail to perform its obligations, the THECB may exercise certain remedies, including termination for cause, placing the awarded respondent on corrective action plans, and liquidated damages.
Written questions deadline: January 16th, 2026, by 11: 30 p. m. ct