FY26-FY30 AGENCY-WIDE PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATIONS

The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) has issued solicitation 405-25R0011152 for an open enrollment contract to secure licensed psychologists for agency-wide psychological evaluations. Spanning fiscal years 2026 through 2030, the contract covers pre-employment, reinstatement, and retire/rehire evaluations to be performed on an as-needed basis. Pre-employment services must be conducted remotely using HIPAA-compliant videoconferencing. Selected contractors are required to undergo procedural training by DPS psychologists and must utilize empirically validated assessment measures, such as the MMPI or PAI, while adhering to the standards set by the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists and the American Psychological Association. DPS intends to award multiple contracts based on a best value standard, evaluating applicants on eligibility, minimum requirements, and past performance. Applicants must demonstrate a strong performance history, as scores below a C in the Vendor Performance Tracking System or being under a Corrective Action Plan may result in disqualification. The contract includes strict compliance mandates regarding cybersecurity training, background investigations, and the confidentiality of personal information. While DPS guarantees no minimum compensation, contractors may request an annual inflation-based price increase of up to 3%. All applications must be submitted electronically via the DPS Online Bid Room by the specified deadline, following strict formatting and documentation requirements, including the submission of mandatory pricing schedules and various state-required certification forms.