The purchase is exempt from competitive bidding and is required by statute, TGC 2155.138 to be procured through WorkQuest (TIBH).

WorkQuest, a prime contractor, has been awarded a Texas state contract (HHSTX-5-0000380222) for temporary staffing services. The contract, exempt from competitive bidding per Texas Government Code 2155.138, covers multiple temporary personnel service categories including information technology software developers, human resources services, customer service personnel, and production staffing needs. The contract was awarded on July 29, 2025, with specific UNSPSC codes 80111600, 80111608, 80111620, 80111616, and 80111603 representing the scope of temporary workforce services.

The contract leverages the TIBH (Texas Industry for the Blind and Handicapped) WorkQuest platform, indicating a statutorily mandated procurement approach focused on providing employment opportunities for specific workforce populations. While specific contract value and performance periods were not explicitly detailed in the source document, the contract is categorized under NIGP code 96269 for Personnel Services, Temporary, suggesting a comprehensive temporary staffing solution for Texas state agencies or affiliated organizations.