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3202600157 Open Enrollment (OE) for Independent Living Services for Older Individuals who are Blind (ILS-OIB)

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The Texas Workforce Commission is conducting an Open Enrollment solicitation, Procurement 3202600157, for providers to deliver Independent Living Services for Older Individuals who are Blind (ILS-OIB). This program serves Vocational Rehabilitation customers aged 55 and older with significant visual impairments, focusing on adjustment to blindness and the development of skills for independent living. Authorized services include orientation and mobility training, braille instruction, diabetes management, guide and reader services, and transition services from institutions to community residences. All services must be provided in person, as remote delivery is prohibited. The open enrollment period began on May 18, 2026, with a response deadline of November 16, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. CST. Applications must be submitted electronically via the TWC Procurement Portal in PDF format. The evaluation process utilizes pass/fail gates; any application missing required documentation, such as the Execution of Application, insurance verification, child support certification, or conflict of interest forms, will be automatically disqualified. Award decisions are based on the applicant's ability to meet all requirements and their performance history in the CPA Texas Vendor Performance Tracking System. Contractors must adhere to strict compliance standards, including mandatory criminal background checks for key personnel and cybersecurity training for staff accessing state systems. Providers are required to maintain specific insurance coverages and certify their physical locations to ensure safety and ADA accessibility. Payments are made electronically via the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts based on a set fee schedule, though TWC provides no guarantee of total volume or compensation. Performance is monitored through comprehensive assessments and narrative progress reports that document customer goals, training hours, and measurable outcomes.

General Info

TWC seeks providers for in-person Independent Living Services for blind individuals aged 55+.

Agency

Texas Workforce Commission

Place of Performance

TX, USA

Set-Aside

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Documents

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3202600157 Addendum No 1 - Entity Physical Location Certification

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3202600157 Addendum No 1 - Texas Workforce Commission VR Entity Headquarters Info

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Addendum No 1 for OE Solicitation 3202600157

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Addendum No. 1 – OE 3202600157

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Attachment 01-VR OE Terms and Conditions (12-18-2025)

PDF, High priority: read this firstterms-and-conditions
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Attachment 02-OE Application Submission Checklist - Texas Workforce Commission VR Physical Location

PDF, High priority: read this firstapplication-checklist
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Execution of Application Form for Procurement 3202600157

PDF, High priority: read this firstexecution-of-application
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Form 08-Entity Headquarters Information-Services VR 3441B

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Open Enrollment 3202600157 for Independent Living Services for Older Individuals who are Blind

PDF, High priority: read this firstopen-enrollment
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Open Enrollment 3202600157 for Independent Living Services for Older Individuals who are Blind

PDF, High priority: read this firstaddendum
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Open Enrollment No. 3202600157 for Independent Living Services for Older Individuals who are Blind

PDF, High priority: read this firstopen-enrollment
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Open Enrollment No. 3202600157 for Independent Living Services for Older Individuals who are Blind

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Open Enrollment No. 3202600157 - Independent Living Services for OIB

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Procurement 3202600157 Execution of Application Form

PDF, High priority: read this firstexecution-of-application
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Texas Workforce Commission OE Terms & Conditions Attachment 1

PDF, High priority: read this firstterms-and-conditions
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Texas Workforce Commission VR Comprehensive Assessment for ILS-OIB Program

PDF, High priority: read this firstcomprehensive-assessment
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Texas Workforce Commission VR Conflict of Interest Certification

PDF, High priority: read this firstconflict-of-interest-certification
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Texas Workforce Commission VR Conflict of Interest Certification Form

PDF, High priority: read this firstconflict-of-interest-certification
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Texas Workforce Commission VR Entity Headquarters Information Form

PDF, High priority: read this firstform
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Texas Workforce Commission VR Entity Physical Location Certification Form

PDF, High priority: read this firstform
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Texas Workforce Commission VR Provider Insurance Verification Form

PDF, High priority: read this firstinsurance-verification-form
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Texas Workforce Commission VR Provider Insurance Verification Form

PDF, High priority: read this firstinsurance-verification-form
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Texas Workforce Commission VR Provider Staff Information Form

PDF, High priority: read this firststaff-information-form
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Texas Workforce Commission VR Provider Staff Information Form VR3455

PDF, High priority: read this firstprovider-staff-information-form
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TWC VR Standards for Providers Certification Form

PDF, High priority: read this firstcertification-form
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TWC VR Standards for Providers Certification Form VR 3443

PDF, High priority: read this firstcertification-form
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VR2891 ILS-OIB Customer Services Progress Report

PDF, High priority: read this firstprogress-report
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VR2891 ILS-OIB Customer Services Progress Report

PDF, High priority: read this firstprogress-report
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VR2954 Comprehensive Assessment for ILS-OIB Program

PDF, High priority: read this firstcomprehensive-assessment
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Attachment 02-OE Application Submission Checklist

PDF, Low prioritychecklist
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Attachment 05-VR5053 Application Statement for OIB Program

PDF, Low priorityapplication-statement
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Entity's Physical Location(s) Part B - Texas Workforce Commission VR3442B

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OE Application Submission Checklist Attachment 2

PDF, Low prioritychecklist
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Texas Workforce Commission Child Support Certification Form

PDF, Low prioritycertification
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Texas Workforce Commission Child Support Certification Form VR 1305

PDF, Low prioritycertification-form
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Texas Workforce Commission VR Entity Headquarters Info Management Form

PDF, Low prioritymanagement-form
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Texas Workforce Commission VR Entity Physical Location Certification

PDF, Low prioritycertification-statement
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Texas Workforce Commission VR Entity Physical Location Form

PDF, Low priorityother
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Texas Workforce Solutions Vocational Rehabilitation Services Application Statement for OIB Program

PDF, Low priorityapplication-statement
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TWC Substitute W-9 and Direct Deposit Form

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TWC Substitute W-9 and Direct Deposit Form

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VR3455 Provider Staff Information Form (11/23)

PDF, Low priorityapplication-form
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AgencyTexas Workforce Commission
Contacts1 person available
OfficeTX, USA
Organization / Agency
Texas Workforce Commission
Office AddressTX, USA

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This is a notice of Open Enrollment for Independent Living Services for Older Individuals who are Blind to be provided to Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) customers served by the Texas Workforce Commission-Vocational Rehabilitation (TWC-VR) division on behalf of TWC. Opportunities are available to provide Independent Living Services for Older Individuals who are Blind for TWC-VR Workforce Solutions offices in all areas of the state. Applicants must meet all requirements and specifications outlined herein to be eligible to provide Independent Living Services for Older Individuals who are Blind.

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