Training services needed for SHP

The Texas Department of State Health Services is seeking qualified vendors to provide comprehensive training services in support of the School Health Program under the CDC Healthy Schools Initiative. The contract requires the successful bidder to coordinate, implement, monitor, and deliver leadership-driven training programs aimed at promoting healthy practices in Texas schools, with responsibilities spanning statewide coordination and ongoing support for school personnel. Responses are due by July 30, 2026, at 4:30 PM CT, and all submissions must be made through the Texas SmartBuy portal using solicitation number HHS0017575, which was posted on July 9, 2026. The procurement falls under the State and Local Government (SLED) category with no set-aside designation, and performance will occur across the state of Texas. Primary point of contact for inquiries is Mike McKelvy, reachable via phone at 512-406-2579 or email at Mike.McKelvy@hhs.texas.gov. There is no specified NAICS code or physical office address provided in the posting, but the contract is administered by the Department of State Health Services located in Texas. All proposals must demonstrate proven capability in designing and executing public health training initiatives aligned with CDC guidelines, with emphasis on scalability, sustainability, and measurable outcomes for school-based health programs. Vendors are expected to have experience working with state educational agencies and a clear understanding of the public health infrastructure in Texas schools.