Proposals are requested for NCLEXRN and NCLEXPN licensure preparation services. Proposals must be submitted by March 17, 2026, at 10:00 AM CDT. The contract term will begin approximately April 2026, with an initial two-year period from June 1, 2026, to May 31, 2028, and the possibility of three additional one-year extensions. Written inquiries must be submitted by email before noon CDT, March 9, 2026. The college will evaluate proposals based on best value, considering factors like price, quality, and experience. The vendor must provide insurance and comply with various legal requirements, including those related to non-discrimination and data privacy. A background check may be required. The college is exempt from taxes. The vendor must provide warranty details. The contract may be terminated under certain conditions. A protest can be made within five business days after the award.
Invoices are to be submitted to the accounts payable department and payment will be processed in accordance with texas government code, subchapter b, payments and interest, chapter **** b. Terms are to be 30 days net, although contractor may in addition offer early payment discounts for use at the ordering members discretion.
Contractor shall provide warranty details for parts and labor on proposal form.
The college shall consider any of the criteria below reference texas education code, sec ****: he purchase price the reputation of the vendor and of the vendors goods or services the quality of the vendors goods or services the extent to which the goods or services meet the colleges needs the total longterm cost to the college to acquire the vendors goods or services for contract for goods and services, other than goods and services related to telecommunications and information services, building construction and maintenance, or instructional materials, whether the vendor or the vendors ultimate parent company or majority owner: has its principal place of business in the state of texas or employs at least 500 persons in the state of texas any other relevant factor specifically listed in the request for bids or proposals.
Selection shall be made among the respondents deemed to be fully qualified and best suited among those submitting proposals on the basis of the evaluation factors included in the rfp, including price.
A protest must be made in writing and submitted to the director, purchasing, no later than five 5 business days after the award of the bid.