Pilot (Beta) Testing Administration

The contract pertains to the design and administration of pilot testing for new exam items under the Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council, with a focus on conducting beta testing to evaluate the effectiveness and fairness of upcoming assessment content. Responsibilities include recruiting suitable candidates, managing logistical arrangements for test administration, collecting comprehensive data during the testing phase, and performing preliminary psychometric analysis to assess item performance, reliability, and validity before full-scale implementation. The work requires expertise in educational testing practices, behavioral health credentialing standards, and statistical evaluation methods to ensure the exam items meet professional and regulatory requirements. The solicitation is structured as a subcontract with a NAICS code of 541990, indicating it falls under other professional, scientific, and technical services, and is open for responses through August 31, 2026. The contract is tied to the Texas SmartBuy portal and is intended to support the council’s mission to maintain high standards in behavioral health professional licensure. While specific deliverables and performance metrics are not detailed here, the emphasis on pilot testing implies a need for rigorous methodology, careful control of test environments, and adherence to ethical recruitment and data privacy standards. The effort will directly influence the quality and equity of future licensing examinations administered by the agency.