Request for Proposals for Lottery Operations and Services

The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation is seeking proposals to award a contract for comprehensive lottery operations and services, including the provision and maintenance of a Lottery Gaming System along with integrated sales, marketing, warehousing, distribution, and related support functions essential to the operation of Texas Lottery games. This solicitation maintains the existing integrated operating model that has proven successful in delivering revenue streams critical to education, veterans’ assistance, and other state purposes, while explicitly retaining full oversight and control by TDLR, ensuring all activities comply with the State Lottery Act,Texas administrative regulations, and the highest ethical standards. Proposals may be submitted by a single entity or through a collaborative arrangement, but must designate a single primary contractor—the Lottery Operator—who will assume full responsibility for all deliverables and contractual obligations, with all subcontractor roles and responsibilities clearly defined within the proposal. All proposers are required to submit a complete subcontracting plan under Texas Government Code and Administrative Code requirements, demonstrating a good faith effort to engage Historically Underutilized Businesses, including documented outreach to at least two HUBs at least seven business days before submission, with detailed notices covering scope of work, qualifications, bonding, insurance, and contact information, accompanied by supporting correspondence. Proposals must be submitted by the deadline of July 27, 2026, following the guidelines outlined in Section 1.3 and the Schedule of Events within the RFP, with proposers advised to regularly check for amendments prior to submission. The contractor must comply with strict administrative oversight requirements, including permitting on-site reviews of company headquarters and service locations, providing documentation on staffing and resources upon request, and submitting Progress Assessment Reports with every invoice using the template provided by the Comptroller’s office. Subcontracting plan modifications require prior approval from TDLR, and the prime contractor must notify all selected subcontractors of their award, including the contracting agency’s name, point of contact, contract award number, subcontract scope, and value. Proposers must include all required representations and certifications, such as company identification, Texas Vendor ID or Federal EIN, and certification of state vetted HUB status. The place of performance is limited to Texas, and while the contract value, period of performance, and specific pricing structure are not disclosed, the solicitation mandates strict adherence to state laws, transparency, and accountability, ensuring that the selected operator functions under the direct supervision of TDLR as if performing the work as a state employee.