ESBD_457466_1758893358385_HHS0016682-V2_Exhibit B_HHSC Contract Affirmations.pdf

This document is the Uniform Terms and Conditions for Vendors (Version 3.4) from the Texas Health and Human Services (HHS), effective November 2023. The document outlines comprehensive standard contractual provisions and requirements for vendors doing business with the Texas HHS system, which includes the Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and the Department of State Health Services (DSHS).

The document covers a wide range of contractual expectations, including but not limited to: intellectual property rights, warranty provisions, insurance requirements, compliance with state and federal laws, audit and record-keeping standards, dispute resolution processes, and specific prohibitions on marketing activities, non-compete restrictions, and third-party interactions. Key provisions include mandatory compliance with civil rights laws, E-Verify program requirements, confidentiality obligations, cybersecurity standards, and detailed guidelines for subcontractors. The terms are designed to protect the state's interests, ensure vendor accountability, and establish clear operational and ethical standards for contractors engaged with the Texas HHS system.