HUB-Eligible Subcontracting & Small Business Participation

This contract requires prime contractors to actively engage Historically Underutilized Businesses as subcontractors to promote economic inclusion and diversity in the provision of computer systems design services under NAICS code 541512. Participation is mandatory and must be documented through a formal HUB Subcontracting Plan that outlines specific goals, strategies, and timelines for allocating work to certified HUBs. Contractors are also required to submit Progress Assessment Reports at defined intervals to demonstrate compliance, track performance against established targets, and provide transparency into the utilization and impact of HUB subcontractors throughout the contract period. The initiative is driven by UT Health San Antonio and is designed to ensure equitable access to procurement opportunities for small and underrepresented businesses in Texas. The opportunity was posted on June 29, 2026, with a firm response deadline of August 7, 2026, and is exclusively structured as a subcontracting engagement rather than a direct award. There is no formal set-aside designation, but the emphasis on HUB participation creates an implicit preference for vendors who demonstrate robust and measurable commitments to inclusive subcontracting practices. All compliance obligations are tied to documented reporting, and failure to meet the requirements outlined in the subcontracting plan or progress reports may result in contractual penalties or debarment from future opportunities. The contract is administered through the BonfireHub platform, and interested parties must respond via the provided online portal.