ESBD_415313_1746114708995_RFP 515-25-0004 Secure Printing.doc

RFP 515-25-0004 CII Rx Form Printing

STATE OF TEXAS

TEXAS STATE BOARD OF PHARMACY

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL NO. 515-25-0004

PRINTING CII PRESCRIPTION FORMS

Reference: RFP 515-25-0004

CLASS: 966 ITEM: 16

Posting Date: 05/05/2025

RESPONSE DEADLINE: 06/06/2025 @4:00 PM CT

SUBMIT RESPONSES to Texas State Board of Pharmacy online Procurement Portal: https://pharmacytexas.bonfirehub.com/portal/

Submissions by other methods will not be accepted. Minimum system requirements: Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome, Safari, or Mozilla Firefox. Javascript and browser cookies must be enabled.

Respondents should contact Bonfire at Support@GoBonfire.com for technical questions related to submissions or visit Bonfire’s help forum at https://vendorsupport.gobonfire.com/hc/en-us

Submission materials should be prepared in the file formats listed under Requested Information for this opportunity in the Bonfire Portal. The maximum upload file size is 1000 MB. Documents should not be embedded within uploaded files, as the embedded files will not be accessible or evaluated.

ORGANIZATION NAME

ADDRESS

TAX ID/VENDOR IDENTIFICATION NUMBER

The vendor’s authorized agent must sign below. By signing this document, the respondent acknowledges that all information contained in the document is true and correct and that respondent agrees to comply with all terms and conditions. Failure to sign will disqualify this bid. By signing this bid, respondent certifies that if a Texas address is shown as the address of the respondent, respondent qualifies as a Texas Bidder as defined in Section 2155.444(c) of the Texas Government Code.

Signature Title

Date

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1.0 INTRODUCTION

1.1 General Information

1.2 Purpose

1.3 Statutory Basis

1.4 Definitions

1.5 Term of Contract

1.6 Change Process

1.7 Cancellation

1.8 Order of Precedence

1.9 Agency contact

1.10 Schedule

2.0 STATEMENT OF WORK

2.1 CII FORM REQUIREMENTS 6

2.2 DELIVERY OF PADS 7

2.3 GENERAL SECURITY 8

3. 0 PRICING

3.1 Pricing

3.2 Renewal Pricing

4.0 Evaluation

4.1 Best Value

4.2 Proposal Evaluation

4.3 References

4.4 Vendor Performance

5.0 Submission and Contract Requirements

5.1 Submissions

5.2 Authorized Agent

5.3 Cost of Submissions

5.4 Public Information

5.5 Questions

5.6 HUB Subcontracting

5.7 Insurance Requirements

5.8 Certification and Prohibited Contracts

5.9 Form 1295

1.0 INTRODUCTION

1.1 General Information and Purpose

1.1.1 Under provisions of the Texas Health and Safety Code Texas practitioners are required to prescribe controlled substances using a Texas State Board of Pharmacy (TSBP) Official CII Prescription Form. TSBP requires the contracted vendor to produce and distribute approved CII Prescription Forms to authorized prescribers.

TSBP estimates that the contracted vendor will produce an average of 700 pads monthly. All figures are estimates; only actual quantities ordered are to be invoiced.

1.1.2 It is critical to maintain continuity of this program without interruption. The awarded vendor will produce CII Prescription Forms in their current design and format to prevent confusion regarding authorized prescriptions.

Contracted vendor will work with TSBP to produce and distribute approved prescription forms which meet the standards of the State and the needs of authorized prescribers. Contracted vendor will work with TSBP to make design changes as required by the agency. Vendor will provide a proof of the prescription pad for approval by TSBP prior to production. Any proof changes must be reviewed and approved by TSBP.

1.2 Funding and Compensation

This contract is funded by fees collected from prescribers for purchases of CII Prescription Forms purchased through the Texas.gov online application maintained by the Department of Information Resources. Texas.gov will collect all fees including fees to compensate Texas.gov. TSBP will pay invoices from the awarded vendor for actual numbers of forms printed from fees collected by Texas.gov. TSBP will only use appropriated funds to pay for re-prints required due to errors by TSBP. TSBP makes no express or implied warranty whatsoever that any minimum compensation or minimum quantity will be guaranteed under any contract resulting from this solicitation.

1.3 Statutory Basis

The Texas Administrative Code rule §315.2(b) provides that:

a) A practitioner may order official prescription forms from the board only if the practitioner is registered by the DEA to prescribe a Schedule II controlled substance.

b) The board is the sole source for the official prescription forms.

1.4 Definitions

TSBP -

Texas State Board of Pharmacy

Fiscal Year - September 1 to August 31

Proposer - Any individual, partnership, corporation or other legal entity submitting a timely proposal in response to this RFP.

RFP -

Request for Proposals

State - State of Texas

Prescriber-Anyone authorized by rule or statute to prescribe controlled substances in the state of Texas.

Form, Prescription Form-An individual sheet used to prescribe controlled substances

Pad, Prescription Pad-A set of bound prescription forms Rx- Prescription

CII -

Schedule II Substance, controlled substances in this schedule have a high abuse potential with severe psychological or physical dependence liability, but have accepted medical use in the U.S.

DEA -

Drug Enforcement Agency

1.5 Term of Agreement

A contract, if any, will be effective upon signing by the Texas State Board of Pharmacy (TSBP) and any vendors awarded by the evaluation process. The awarded vendor will be eligible to provide services for an initial period of one year from the initiation of the contract, with four (4) optional one-year renewals at TSBP’s discretion.

1.6 Change Process

1.6.1 Particular requirements in the statement of work below are subject to change to prevent threats to the security of the printed matter and the public health.

1.6.2 Changes to any contract arising from this RFP must be in writing and coordinated through the TSBP’s designated contract administrator prior to the change. The agency point-of-contact for contract administration is David Hardy. TSBP may appoint a new contract administrator at our sole discretion. Upon agreement of both parties, except as noted below, a formal amendment will be issued by TSBP.

1.7 Cancellation

TSBP reserves the right to cancel this contract without cause with thirty (30) days written notice to the vendor.

1.8 Order of Precedence

In the event of conflicts or inconsistencies between this contract and its exhibits or attachments, such conflicts or inconsistencies shall be resolved by reference to the documents in the following order of priority: Signed Contract (or Notice of Award), Attachments to the Contract (or Notice of Award), Request for Proposals, and Respondent’s Response to Request for Proposals.

1.9 Agency contact

The point-of-contact for this RFP is:

David Hardy, CTPM 1801 Congress Ave., Ste. 13.100 Austin, TX 78701 Phone: 512-305-8023 Fax: 512-305-8075 E-mail: david.hardy@pharmacy.texas.gov

All questions are to be directed to the agency point-of-contact. Upon publication of this RFP, besides written inquiries as described in Section 5.5 Questions, employees and representatives of TSBP will not answer any questions or otherwise discuss the contents of the RFP with any potential provider or their representatives. If a potential provider fails to observe this restriction, that provider’s response to this RFP may be disqualified.

1.10 Schedule

This schedule of events is subject to change by the TSBP. In the event of a change, notice will be posted on the ESBD and bid portal, https://pharmacytexas.bonfirehub.com/portal/.

2.0 STATEMENT OF WORK

2.1 CII FORM REQUIREMENTS

2.1.1 Form Size and Format

2.1.1.a The awarded vendor must be able to produce CII Prescription Forms in their current design and format to prevent confusion regarding authorized prescriptions.

2.1.1.b The minimum order quantity is to be one (1) pad consisting of fifty (50) prescription forms. All prescriptions must be distributed in sets of fifty (50) prescription forms.

2.1.1.c Pads will consist of forms grouped in a stack with control numbers running from low to high. Forms are to be bound in such a manner to allow the forms to remain securely in the pad until use and to remain intact on removal. Pads will include a cover for front and back of a stock to be agreed upon by vendor and TSBP. Prescription forms are to be 4 ¼” x 5 ½”. Pads will include instructions to the prescriber for use of pads. Pads will also include instructions for re-ordering pads. All instructions will be provided by TSBP. Instructions are subject to change at any time by TSBP. The prescription pad and its packaging must not contain information concerning any pharmaceutical product or other advertising or solicitation unless expressly approved by TSBP. Any changes must have prior approval from TSBP.

2.1.2 Printed Security Features

The prescription form shall incorporate the following security features:

a) The prescription form will contain a blue overlay that will void itself when copied by means of a hidden word feature.

b) The ink will bind to the paper so that toner cannot be lifted without damaging the prescription form.

c) Each prescription form will have a control number in a format determined by TSBP imaged or printed variably, in a horizontal direction. TSBP will determine the format of the control number.

d) Each prescription form will incorporate a State of Texas seal as a background image.

e) Each prescription form will include a thermochromic ink feature as indicated on current prescriptions to validate its legitimacy.

f) Each prescription form will void itself if chemicals are used to modify any writing on the prescription.

g) Each prescription form will include bar code(s) that contain data fields mutually agreed upon by the vendor and TSBP, including but not limited to: prescriber DEA number, control number, license number, or other numbers to be used in verification of prescriptions.

h) Each prescription will include a watermark image within the body of the paper that cannot be copied, duplicated, or scanned.

2.1.3 Sample Evaluation

2.1.3.a Proposers must provide samples of a prescription pad to include all of the security features described in Section 2.1.2.

2.1.3.b Due to the highly sensitive nature of this work, a PDF file to print the sample pad will only be provided on request. Proposers are only authorized to print samples for purposes of this RFP.

The point-of-contact for PDF print files is:

David Hardy, CTCD, CTCM 1801 Congress Ave., Ste. 13.100 Austin, TX 78701 Phone: 512-305-8023 Fax: 512-305-8075 E-mail: david.hardy@pharmacy.texas.gov

2.1.3.c Responses to this section of this RFP will be evaluated. Maximum possible score: 50 points.

2.2 DELIVERY OF PADS

2.2.1 Turnaround

2.2.1.a Contracted vendor must be able to provide routine production and distribution of pads at least three (3) to five (5) times per week. Production and distribution of prescription pads must be completed in three (3) business days or less from the date the relevant order file was made available to the vendor. Total turnaround time from receipt of order to delivery to prescriber is to be no more than ten (10) days, exclusive of holidays and weekends.

2.2.1.b Emergency prescription pad orders, identified as such by TSBP, must be produced and distributed within twenty-four (24) hours of receipt of order from TSBP.

2.2.1.c Deliveries must be signed for by the prescriber. No deliveries are to be scheduled for weekends. Awarded vendor is required to provide all possible cooperation in ensuring deliveries are made on working days.

2.2.2 Packaging Security

2.2.2.a Prescription pads must be produced and packed in order of the date received. The orders may vary in quantity. Prescription pads must be mailed in a container of sufficient size and strength to provide safe transport of the goods. Prescription pads are to be shipped FOB destination. The prescription pad and its packaging must not contain information concerning any pharmaceutical product or other advertising or solicitation unless expressly approved by TSBP.

2.2.2.b Pads must be shipped so that the pads are not visible or otherwise identifiable as prescription pads from the outside of the package. Shipping labels should only contain the prescriber’s name, address, and other information required to make a timely delivery (i.e. it should not show DEA numbers, license numbers, or similar sensitive information).

2.2.3 Delivery Service

2.2.3.a TSBP requires that vendor distribute prescription pads in a verifiable manner. Vendor may use certified mail, delivery confirmation, USPS signature verifying receipt, or other similar service. Proof of delivery must be provided to TSBP upon request. See Sec. 2.2.1.c for Restrictions on delivery days.

2.2.3.b Deliveries are Free On Board Destination. The awarded vendor will pay costs for lost or stolen deliveries.

2.2.4 Loss Recovery Evaluation

Proposers must outline what steps will be taken to recover and trace lost shipments. Responses to this section of this RFP will be evaluated. Maximum possible score: 20 points.

2.3 GENERAL SECURITY

2.3.1 Data

TSBP will provide to the vendor an electronic order file containing data for the production of prescription forms. Order files will be provided daily, on each business day. Order files will include the prescriber’s name, DEA number, address, city, state, zip code, phone number, and a unique prescription control number for each set of pads. Vendor will receive order files by secure FTP.

2.3.2 Control Numbers

The unique prescription control number for each set of forms will be in a format to be determined by TSBP and communicated separately from this SOW. In order to prevent counterfeiting of RX pads, the format is to remain confidential between TSBP and authorized vendors. The vendor will only transmit control numbers of printed pads to recipients authorized by TSBP to receive the information.

2.3.3 File Maintenance

2.3.3.a The vendor must maintain files containing control numbers and the DEA number of the ordering party. These files are to be transmitted regularly to TSBP’s selected Prescription Monitoring Program vendor.

2.3.3.b Vendor must maintain a file containing prescription form production information. The file should contain, at a minimum, the date the order file was received from TSBP, the date the forms were printed, the date the forms were shipped to the prescriber, and the tracking information for the order (if applicable). The file must be maintained one (1) year from the date the order was received by the vendor and made available to TSBP on request.

2.3.4 Physical Security Requirements

2.3.4.a Due to the highly sensitive nature of controlled substance prescription pads every effort must be taken to prevent theft, diversion, and counterfeiting.

2.3.4.b The production facility must have restricted access. TSBP reserves the right to require background checks on any individual involved in the production of prescription forms. TSBP reserves the right to audit vendor’s security measures, including by visitation, without prior notice. For disaster recovery purposes, a second facility must have the capability of undertaking this work.

2.3.4.c All data associated with production of prescription forms (prescriber information, form design, control numbers, etc.) will remain the property of TSBP at all times and shall not under any circumstances be divulged to other parties. Vendor may not use data for any purpose not specified in writing by TSBP. Vendor’s personnel shall have access to the data and the prescription forms only when necessary to process prescription orders.

2.3.5 Plant Security Evaluation

2.3.5.a Vendor must submit a comprehensive implementation plan for this project. The plan must include a description of procedures, personnel, system security, equipment, testing procedures, and time frames necessary to implement this project. Details must include:

a) Storage of pre-printed forms.

b) Handling of scrap and misprints.

c) Access to data files.

d) Oversight of printing.

e) Number and frequency of background checks for staff

f) Oversight of finished work

g) Handling of products ready for shipping

2.3.5.b Because of the highly sensitive nature of these details, all parts of the response related to Section 2.3.5 must be clearly marked CONFIDENTIAL. In addition, proposers must provide a redacted copy of their response that redacts all parts of the response related to Section 2.3.5.

2.3.5.c Responses to this section of this RFP will be evaluated. Maximum possible score: 30 points.

3.0 PRICING

3.1 Pricing

The respondent shall provide prices for each of the following on bid table BT-69EI in the portal. The respondent shall provide firm fixed prices. All costs associated with providing the required services shall be included in the stated prices. Any costs not defined in this pricing table will be considered exceptions to the RFP and must be clearly noted in the submitted proposal.

3.2 Renewal Pricing

Respondents shall indicate what price escalation, if any, they wish to take during the four optional renewal periods on bid table BT-46QY. Price escalations are to be entered on the bid table ONLY. Respondents are limited to an increase of no more than 7.0% of the previous contract period’s pricing. Respond with a number from 0 to 7.

Optional Renewal 1 (9/1/2026 to 8/31/2027)

Optional Renewal 2 (9/1/2027 to 8/31/2028)

Optional Renewal 3 (9/1/2028 to 8/31/2029)

Optional Renewal 4 (9/1/2029 to 8/31/2030) Provide pricing ONLY on required bid tables.

4.0 EVALUATION

4.1 Best Value: The TSBP intends to award one contract to the responsive respondent whose proposal offers the best value to the State.

4.2 Proposal Evaluation: Proposals will be evaluated on the following:

Sections 2.1.3, 2.2.4, and 2.3.5 will be scored for evaluation purposes. The scores assigned to those sections will be totaled and calculated as 90% of the overall score. Pricing, Section 3.1, including renewal costs will be at 10% of the total score.

Pricing

4.3 References: Respondents must provide at least three (3) references. References must be current or previous customers of the respondent and have been users of the respondent’s services. References are scored pass/fail.

References may expect to be contacted after proposals are opened, but before negotiations for award.

List references separately and include the following:

Agency or Entity

Date(s) of Services Provided

Name of Contact: Telephone Number of Contact

Email Address of Contact

TSBP reserves the right to not check references at its sole discretion.

4.4 Vendor Performance: A Respondent’s past performance will be measured based upon pass/fail criteria, in compliance with applicable provisions of §2155.074, 2155.075, 2156.007, 2157.003, and 2157.125, Gov't Code. Respondents may fail this selection criterion for any of the following conditions:

a. A score of less than C in the current Vendor Performance System,

b. An Unsatisfactory rating in the old Vendor Performance System,

c. Currently under a Corrective Action Plan through the CPA,

d. Having repeated negative Vendor Performance Reports for the same reason,

e. Having purchase orders that have been cancelled in the previous 12 months for non-performance (i.e. late delivery, etc.).

Contractor performance information is located on the CPA web site at:

http://www.window.state.tx.us/procurement/prog/vendor_performance/

4.4.1 TSBP has the right to review any vendor performance reports from other government entities, based on Respondents’ having worked with those entities. The same conditions shall apply for evaluation of vendor performance outside of Texas.

5.0 SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

5.1 Submissions

Responses must be submitted through TSBP’s online bid portal at: https://pharmacytexas.bonfirehub.com/portal/

Bidders are required to register with Bonfire eSourcing. Respondents should contact Bonfire at Support@GoBonfire.com for technical questions related to submissions or visit Bonfire’s help forum at https://vendorsupport.gobonfire.com/hc/en-us

Submissions may be amended, but only before the Submission Deadline. Proponents wishing to amend their proposals may amend before the Submission Deadline directly on the e-Procurement Portal.

Submissions by other methods will not be accepted. Minimum system requirements: Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome, Safari, or Mozilla Firefox. Javascript and browser cookies must be enabled. Submission materials should be prepared in the file formats listed under Requested Information for this opportunity in the Bonfire Portal. The maximum upload file size is 1000 MB. Documents should not be embedded within uploaded files, as the embedded files will not be accessible or evaluated.

RESPONSES MUST BE RECEIEVED BY June 06, 2025 4:00 PM CENTRAL TIME.

5.2 Authorized Agent Signature

The vendor’s authorized agent must sign on page 2. By signing this document, the respondent acknowledges that all information contained in the document is true and correct and that respondent agrees to comply with all terms and conditions. Failure to sign will disqualify this bid. By signing this bid, respondent certifies that if a Texas address is shown as the address of the respondent, respondent qualifies as a Texas Bidder as defined in Section 2155.444(c) of the Texas Government Code. Respondents should also respond on questionnaire Q-24EJ to ensure they are in compliance.

5.3 Cost of Submissions

The cost of preparing and submitting any response is solely that of the respondent. TSBP will not reimburse directly or indirectly respondents for any cost of responding to this RFP.

5.4 Public Information

TSBP will comply with the Texas Public Information Act (Chapter 552, Gov't Code) as interpreted by judicial opinions and opinions of the Attorney General of the State of Texas. Information, documentation, and other material in connection with this solicitation or any resulting contract may be subject to public disclosure pursuant to the Texas Public Information Act. TSBP will notify the respondent of any request for information that is marked as confidential, and the respondent will have an opportunity to submit written justification to support the request for confidentiality to the Attorney General of the State of Texas.

Proprietary and confidential information must be clearly marked. If the response includes proprietary or confidential information, the respondent must include one (1) redacted copy in the bid portal. The redacted copy must have all proprietary or confidential information redacted.

Because of the highly sensitive nature of these details, all parts of the response related to Section 2.3.5 must be clearly marked CONFIDENTIAL. In addition, proposers must provide a redacted copy of their response that redacts all parts of the response related to Section 2.3.5 (see Section 2.3.5.b).

5.5 Questions

Any person wishing to obtain clarifying information about this Request for Proposals may contact:

David Hardy, CTCD/CTCM david.hardy@pharmacy.texas.gov

FAX: 512-305-8075

(Written documentation of all interaction is required. Email is preferred.)

OR:

Questions may be submitted through TSBP’s online bid portal at https://pharmacytexas.bonfirehub.com/portal/. Use of the portal requires registration with Bonfire.

For questions regarding registration or technical support, contact Bonfire at Support@GoBonfire.com for technical questions related to submissions or visit Bonfire’s help forum at https://vendorsupport.gobonfire.com/hc/en-us

Questions concerning this RFP must be in writing and submitted no later than 05/09/2025at 3:00 PM CT. The TSBP’s official response to questions received by this deadline is expected to be posted as an addendum to the solicitation on the ESBD and the agency’s bid portal.

Respondents should note that the Official Response to Questions may contain information modifying the terms and conditions of the RFP, revising or amending the RFP and/or documents attached to the RFP. It is the responsibility of interested parties to periodically check the portal for updates to the procurement prior to submitting a response. The Respondent’s failure to check the portal will in no way release the selected vendor from “addenda or additional information” resulting in additional costs to meet the requirements of the RFP.

5.6 HUB Subcontracting

Respondents must complete and sign Attachment B, HUB Subcontracting plan. It is the policy of the Texas State Board of Pharmacy to promote and encourage contracting subcontracting opportunities for State of Texas certified Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUBs) in all contracts in compliance with Texas Government Code, Statute 2161.001-253. Respondents are encouraged to become HUB certified. State of Texas HUB applications may be found at:

https://comptroller.texas.gov/purchasing/vendor/hub/ Definitions for State of Texas HUB certifiable businesses can be found in Texas Administrative Code Title 34 Part 1, Subchapter B, Chapter §20.12 under the Comptroller of Public Accounts Statewide Procurement Division (SPD) program and HUB Rules.

5.7 Insurance Requirements

Contractor will provide TSBP with current certificates of insurance or other proof acceptable to TSBP of the following insurance coverage: Standard Workers Compensation Insurance, covering all personnel who will provide services under this Contract and listing all states covered therein with limits at a minimum of $1,000,000.00 and Commercial General Liability Insurance, personal injury and advertising injury with, at a minimum, the following limits: $1,000,000 minimum each occurrence; $2,000,000 per general aggregate. Privacy and Network Security Insurance coverage is required with the following limits: Privacy Liability $3,000,000.00 per occurrence, Data Breach and Notification Expenses $2,000,000.00 per occurrence, and Network Security Liability $1,000,000.00 per occurrence.

Contractor represents and warrants that all of the above coverage is with “A” rating from A.M. Best, and authorized to provide the corresponding coverage. Contractor also represents and warrants that all policies contain endorsements prohibiting cancellation except upon at least thirty (30) days prior written notice to TSBP. Contractor represents and warrants that it shall maintain the above insurance coverage during the term of this contract and shall provide TSBP with an executed copy of the policies immediately upon request. Sole proprietors must indicate they relevant coverage they carry.

Proposers must respond on questionnaire Q-36RX found on the bid portal. Certificates of insurance may be submitted with proposal.

5.8 CERTIFICATION AND PROHIBITED CONTRACTS

Proposers must certify that they are not ineligible for an award of contract under the following prohibited conditions. Proposers must respond on questionnaire Q-79LY found on the bid portal.

5.8.1 Pursuant to Section 2271.002 of the Texas Government Code, Respondent certifies that either (i) it meets an exemption criteria under Section 2271.002; or (ii) it does not boycott Israel and will not boycott Israel during the term of the contract resulting from this solicitation. Respondent shall state any facts that make it exempt from the boycott certification in its Response.

5.8.2 CONTRACTS WITH COMPANIES ENGAGED IN BUSINESS WITH IRAN, SUDAN, OR FOREIGN TERRORIST ORGANIZATION PROHIBITED. A governmental entity may not enter into a governmental contract with a company that is identified on a list prepared and maintained under Section 806.051, 807.051, or 2252.153.

Relevant lists can be located at:

https://comptroller.texas.gov/purchasing/publications/divestment.php

5.8.3 Respondent represents and warrants that it will comply with the requirements of Section 2054.5192 of the Texas Government Code relating to cybersecurity training and required verification of completion of the training program.

5.8.4 Respondent certifies that for contracts for services, Respondent shall utilize the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s E-Verify system during the term of the contract to determine the eligibility of:

1. all persons employed by Respondent to perform duties within Texas; and

2. all persons, including subcontractors, assigned by Respondent to perform work pursuant the contract within the United States of America.

5.8.5 Under Section 2155.0061 of the Texas Government Code, the Respondent certifies that the individual or business entity named in this Response or contract is not ineligible to receive the specified contract and acknowledges that this contract may be terminated and payment withheld if this certification is inaccurate.

5.8.6 Respondent represents and warrants that the contract is not a taxpayer resource transaction prohibited by Section 2272.003 of the Texas Government Code and that payments made by Agency to Respondent and Respondent’s receipt of appropriated funds under the contract are not prohibited by Article IX, Section 6.25 of the General Appropriations Act.

5.8.7 Respondent certifies that the respondent and, if applicable, any of its holding companies or subsidiaries is not:

a) Listed in Section 889 of the 2019 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA); or

b) Listed in Section 1260H of the 2021 NDAA; or

c) Owned by the government of a country on the U.S. Department of Commerce’s foreign adversaries list under 15 C.F.R. 791.4; or

d) Controlled by any governing body located in a country on the U.S. Department of Commerce’s foreign adversaries list under 15 C.F.R. 791.4.

The current foreign adversaries list includes:

1) The People's Republic of China, including the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (China);

2) Republic of Cuba (Cuba);

3) Islamic Republic of Iran (Iran);

4) Russian Federation (Russia); and

5) Venezuelan politician Nicolás Maduro (Maduro Regime).

5.9 Form 1295

Under Texas Government Code § 2252.908 any vendor awarded a contract under RFP 515-25-0003 may be required to submit a disclosure of interested parties via form 1295. This form may be found online at: https://www.ethics.state.tx.us/filinginfo/1295/.