This Request for Offers (RFO) from the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts (CPA) seeks bids for Oracle Peoplesoft licensed software and software support services. The anticipated schedule includes an RFO issuance on May 4, 2026, a deadline for questions on May 11, 2026, release of responses on May 18, 2026, and a deadline for offer submission on June 4, 2026. The initial contract term is from September 1, 2026, to August 31, 2030, with optional renewal periods. Offers will be evaluated based on past performance, qualifications, experience, compliance with specifications, and cost. Key requirements include electronic submission of offers, adherence to data security standards, and criminal background investigations for personnel. The RFO also details warranty provisions, payment terms, dispute resolution processes, and specific clauses related to state laws and regulations.
The deadline for submission of offers is June 4, 2026, at 2:00 p. m. CT. Late offers will not be considered.
Payments will be made in accordance with the Texas Prompt Payment Act, generally no later than thirty (30) days after the later of the date goods are received, services are completed, or an undisputed invoice is received. CPA may, in its sole discretion, process payments on a quarterly basis.
The bid notice states that the successful respondent warrants that its performance shall be conducted conscientiously in a professional and workmanlike manner. It also mentions a one (1) year, full replacement warranty for all items provided, beginning on the date CPA accepts the requested items.
Offers will be evaluated under the best value standard, with criteria including respondents past performance, qualifications, experience (20%), compliance with CPA specifications (50%), and cost (30%).
The RFO does not explicitly state NA for qualifications, but it solicits offers from qualified vendors and requires a profile describing the size and scope of operations, previous similar work, and financial stability.
In the event of a default or breach of contract, CPA may require the successful respondent to pay liquidated damages equivalent to two percent (2%) of the total cost for services or obligations not completed per calendar day of delay.
A pre-offer inspection is not applicable (NA).
The bid notice states that respondents must furnish samples, when requested, free of expense to CPA. CPA will return samples to the respondent at the respondent's expense.
Questions regarding this RFO must be submitted in writing no later than May 11, 2026, 2:00 p. m. CT. Official responses to questions will be released on May 18, 2026.