AB Manager Software Maintenance

The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality is soliciting bids for annual maintenance and support services for the AB Manager database, a laboratory accreditation information system. The contract period of service is from January 29, 2027, through January 28, 2028. The scope of work includes maintaining and revising accreditation program information, managing laboratory data, and supporting public and internal queries via the TCEQ website. Key performance requirements include a three-to-five second page load time, 24/7 availability for searches, and the ability to incorporate new capabilities within one month of instruction. The system must adhere to the Texas Water Code, 30 TAC Chapter 25, and NELAC Institute standards. The award will be based on the low line item bid, the low total of line items, or a combination that serves the best interest of the State. Bidders must submit electronic proposals to [email hidden] by November 10, 2026, at 8:00 PM. Essential requirements for the vendor include possessing an Employer Identification Number for payment, completing mandatory cybersecurity training for personnel with system access, and complying with various Texas Government Code certifications regarding lobbying, conflicts of interest, and the prohibition of energy company boycotts. Payments are governed by Chapter 2251 of the Texas Government Code, and the contract is subject to the availability of State funds.