The Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts (CPA) is seeking offers for Phire software licenses and related services. The contract term is from July 1, 2026, to August 31, 2027, with three optional one-year extensions. Offers are due by June 3, 2026, at 2:00 PM CT. The evaluation will be based on a best-value standard, considering past performance, qualifications, experience (20%), compliance with specifications (50%), and cost (30%). Offers must be submitted electronically via email. Key requirements include an enterprise subscription license model, compatibility with PeopleSoft, and robust data security measures. Liquidated damages of 2% per day may apply for delays.
Offers must be submitted no later than June 3, 2026, at 2:00 PM CT. Late offers will not be considered.
Payments will be made in accordance with the Texas Prompt Payment Act, generally within 30 days after the later of goods receipt, services completion, or undisputed invoice receipt. CPA makes no warranty of minimum compensation or quantity.
Successful respondent warrants that performance will be conducted conscientiously, professionally, and in a workmanlike manner, complying with the highest professional standards.
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%).
Vendors must be qualified to provide Phire software license and related services. The RFO requires a detailed profile of the respondent's operations, experience, and financial stability.
In the event of default or breach, CPA may require the 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.
There is no pre-offer conference or pre-offer inspection mentioned for this solicitation.
The RFO states that requested samples will be subject to inspection and testing by CPA prior to contract award or payment, and the respondent will bear all costs of any testing.
Failure to observe restrictions on contact with CPA staff, providing false information regarding criminal convictions, or failing to replace assigned personnel as required can lead to disqualification or contract termination.