The Texas Human Health Services is seeking services to design, administer, and support a 360-degree leadership assessment pilot for the organization s executive leadership team.

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC), through its Procurement and Contracting Services division, issued solicitation HHS0016408 on August 25, 2025, seeking qualified vendors to design, administer, and support a 360-degree leadership assessment pilot for its executive leadership team in Austin, Texas. The contract, estimated between $50,000 and $200,000, will initially run from the date of award through August 31, 2026, with the possibility of extending for up to one additional year. The procurement emphasizes a best value award process, considering conformance to requirements, ability to deliver, price, and past performance, rather than solely focusing on the lowest bid. Bidders are required to submit a comprehensive response, including detailed references, qualifications, and a firm, all-inclusive price using specified exhibits, notably the Pricing Sheet (Exhibit C). Responses are due by September 10, 2025, and must be submitted electronically via email or through the HHSC Online Bid Room, with strict adherence to packaging, labeling, and file size requirements. The solicitation documents specify extensive compliance and certification requirements, including affirmations of legal and regulatory adherence, certifications regarding debarment, child support, and foreign terrorist organizations, and disclosures of any legal proceedings within the past five years. The contract will incorporate federal and state regulations through references and attachments, including uniform terms, amendments, and certifications, and will require the contractor to maintain confidentiality, procure necessary licenses, and carry appropriate insurance. Performance will be monitored by HHSC personnel, with clear procedures for inspection, acceptance, and corrective actions. Special provisions include confidentiality obligations, termination rights, indemnification, subcontracting restrictions, and mandatory use of the E-Verify system. The contract emphasizes strict adherence to submission instructions, including media formats, labeling, and timely delivery, with responses becoming part of the public record post-award. Overall, the procurement aims to establish a standardized leadership assessment process while ensuring compliance, transparency, and value-driven selection.