Extensible Government Bids & RFPs

This is a sole source acquisition for a Qualcomm Extensible Diagnostic Monitor (QXM) 5G software subscription license. The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) requires this license for ongoing research into 4G and 5G communication technologies. Up to three licenses will be procured. The software enables access to and guarantees functionality of installed QXM, PCAT, and QCAT applications, supporting LTE, NR, and Wi-Fi protocols. Delivery of the software license renewal guide will be via email to the provided POC. The estimated award date is June 2026. Interested parties who can demonstrate capability to satisfy this requirement must submit their information in writing by May 29, 2026, 5:00 PM MDT, to ***@***. *. * notice is not a solicitation.

This is a sources sought announcement. Interested parties must provide information addressing architectural approach, experience with data formats and communication protocols, strategy for implementing a secure framework, and other relevant details. Responses are limited to 8 pages and must be received by March 6, 2026. Small and small disadvantaged businesses are highly encouraged to respond. The requirement involves data subject to export control. Registration in the DOD central contractor registry with a CAGE code is required.

This is a request for information (RFI) to identify potential sources for digital backbone capabilities for the MV-22 and CV-22 aircraft. Responses are due by 5:00 PM ET on September 5, 2025. Responses must be in unclassified format, Microsoft Office 2016 compatible or PDF, and utilize Times New Roman 12-point font for narrative text. Graphics must use a minimum 8-point font. The government reserves the right not to address questions received after the deadline. This is not a request for proposals (RFP) and no funds are available to pay for responses.

Responses to this IFB must be received by July 29, 2025, 10:30 AM Central Time. Questions or clarifications submission deadline is July 18, 2025. Addendum posted July 23, 2025. The anticipated contract start date is September 5, 2025. The contract will be effective on the date the contract is issued and will expire based on the schedule for delivery of services. The awarded contract will begin September 5, 2025, and expire September 4, 2026. HHSC may renew the contract for up to two, one-year renewal options. All responses will be evaluated according to criteria including bidder meeting or exceeding requirements. Bidders must submit a comprehensive response including all required information and documentation. All questions and requests for clarification must be submitted by email to the sole point of contact by the deadline. Historical spend for similar services is $48,**** for the period 12/06/2024 to 09/06/2025. HHSC reserves the right to change, amend, or modify this IFB prior to the response deadline. Changes will be processed through addenda. HHSC reserves the right to cancel this IFB at any time. Bidders are responsible for monitoring the electronic state business daily (ESBD) for any addenda affecting this IFB. The scope of work includes Corepoint and Rhapsody software subscription for data analytics. Services will be provided remotely. Contractor shall perform contracted services Monday through Friday between 8 AM and 5 PM Central Time. The contractor is responsible for all employment taxes and other payroll withholding for its employees. The contractor shall be responsible for the security, maintenance, loss or damage to its equipment while on HHSC premises. HHSC will not be responsible for damage to or loss of the contractor's equipment. Comprehensive, statewide Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) criminal and sex offender background checks may be required on all contractor personnel. The contractor shall carry insurance in the types and amounts indicated for the duration of the contract. Invoices must include the contract or purchase order number and describe the work completed in detail. Payment will be made in accordance with the pricing provided on Exhibit C. HHSC reserves the right to dispute any portion of an invoice and will attempt to resolve the dispute with the contractor in good faith. The contractor must continue to perform services in compliance with the terms of the contract pending resolution of a dispute. HHSC reserves the right to select qualified bidders with or without discussion of the response with bidders. Responses shall be evaluated in accordance with state law. Proposals and contracts are subject to the Texas Public Information Act (PIA). Submission of any document to any HHSC agency in response to this IFB constitutes an irrevocable waiver and agreement by the submitting party to fully indemnify the state of Texas and the HHSC agency from any claim of infringement regarding the intellectual property rights of the submitting party or any third party for any materials submitted to HHSC by the submitting party.