International Registration Plan Agency Membership Per TAC 20.82 (d)(7), professional memberships do not require competitive bidding

The State of Texas has awarded a contract to International Registration Plan Incorporated (IRP Inc.) for professional membership services related to the International Registration Plan, as specified under Texas Administrative Code (TAC) 20.82 (d)(7). The award, dated August 4, 2025, is categorized under NIGP Code 96348 for Payments and Fees to Sub-Recipients, and is exempt from competitive bidding requirements due to its professional membership nature.

While specific contract values are not disclosed in the provided documentation, the contract appears to be a professional membership arrangement between the State of Texas and IRP Inc. The procurement follows state regulatory guidelines that permit direct acquisition of professional memberships without standard competitive solicitation processes. The contract's scope seems focused on facilitating agency membership in the International Registration Plan, which typically involves vehicle registration and fuel tax reporting mechanisms for interstate commercial transportation entities.