Insurance and Risk Management Compliance

The contract requires insurance coverage through Texas-admitted carriers with an A.M. Best rating of A or better to ensure compliance with state-specific regulatory standards. All policies must name HHS officials as additional insureds, granting them protection under the coverage, and must include a waiver of subrogation rights to prevent insurers from seeking recovery from HHS in the event of a claim. This requirement is designed to protect the state agency from financial liability exposure and to maintain seamless operational continuity. The coverage must be fully aligned with Texas insurance regulations and fully executed prior to the response deadline of August 11, 2026. The solicitation falls under NAICS code 641212, indicating it relates to insurance carriers primarily engaged in direct property and casualty insurance, and is issued under the Department of State Health Services in Texas.