Data Security and Compliance for Subcontractors with TxDOT Data Access

Subcontractors granted access to Texas Department of Transportation data, including personally identifiable information and operational records, must implement comprehensive data safeguarding measures aligned with Article 7.20 to ensure confidentiality, integrity, and availability. All handling, storage, transmission, and disposal of sensitive information must adhere to strict security protocols designed to prevent unauthorized access, disclosure, or breaches, with mandatory compliance enforced throughout the duration of subcontractor engagement. The requirement applies universally regardless of location or system architecture, and subcontractors are held accountable for any failure to meet these standards. This solicitation pertains to subcontractor roles under NAICS code 541512, targeting firms involved in data processing and analytical services for TxDOT operations, with performance centered in Nueces. The contract has no set-aside designation and is open to all eligible entities, with the posted and response deadline both occurring on July 1, 2026. Subcontractors must demonstrate proven capability to comply with state and federal data protection norms as articulated in Article 7.20, and must be prepared for audits or assessments to verify adherence. All activities related to the handling of TxDOT data must be conducted under the authority and oversight of the Texas Department of Transportation, with noncompliance potentially resulting in contract termination and legal repercussions.