FY27 DSCSA Compliance Subscription

The FY27 DSCSA Compliance Subscription is a one-year contract issued by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission to establish an electronic, interoperable system for the serialization, verification, and tracing of human prescription drug products across 25 locations. The objective is to secure the supply chain against counterfeit, diverted, or stolen drugs. The selected contractor must provide a secure platform that utilizes FDA-recognized Electronic Product Code Information Services (EPCIS) data exchange standards and possesses the capability to receive, store, and parse interoperable package-level tracing data, including transaction information, history, and statements from Authorized Trading Partners. Services are to be provided remotely, with a performance period starting from the date of award for one year, with a possible one-year extension for continuity of service. The contractor is required to coordinate with HHSC IT personnel for installation and activation and must complete all readiness reviews before the operational start date. Key performance requirements include a four-hour response time for standard service calls and a one-hour on-site response for emergency services. Award decisions are based on best value, considering price and past vendor performance. Administrative requirements include monthly invoicing in accordance with the Texas Prompt Payment Act and the provision of a Texas Identification Number (TIN) for payment. The contractor must maintain comprehensive insurance coverage, including Workers Compensation, Commercial General Liability, and Commercial Automobile Liability. Strict personnel security protocols are mandated, requiring statewide Texas Department of Public Safety criminal and sex offender background checks and the use of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s E-Verify system to ensure employment eligibility.