ESBD_502646_1776278182093_Addendum No. 1 (RFO 304-26-1181KG).pdf

This is Addendum No. 1 to Request for Offers (RFO) 304-26-1181KG issued by the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts for Articulate 360 Teams Software with AI Assistant. The addendum revises the anticipated schedule of events and deadline for offer submission. The RFO originally issued March 31, 2026, seeks 31 Articulate 360 Teams Software subscription licenses with AI Assistant capabilities to support multiple CPA divisions. The deadline for submission of questions was extended to April 3, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Central Time, with official responses to be released by April 9, 2026. The critical revision in this addendum extends the deadline for submission of offers to April 17, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Central Time, with late offers not to be considered. The services commencement date is scheduled for April 23, 2026, or as soon thereafter as practical. The contract will commence for an initial one-year term through April 22, 2027, with two optional one-year renewal periods available.

This addendum requires respondents to acknowledge receipt of Addendum No. 1 by signing and returning the acknowledgement with their offer submission. The evaluation methodology utilizes a Best Value Standard approach weighted at 20 percent for past performance and qualifications, 40 percent for compliance with specifications, and 40 percent for cost. The procurement mandates a Veteran Heroes United in Business (VetHUB) Subcontracting Plan with set-aside opportunities in software application and course development services. Vendors must satisfy extensive cybersecurity requirements, including encryption standards, 24-hour security incident notification, and artificial intelligence disclosure compliance. Insurance requirements include employee dishonesty bonds of at least $25,000 per individual, commercial general liability insurance of $1,000,000 per occurrence with $2,000,000 aggregate, and professional liability insurance of $1,000,000 per occurrence with $2,000,000 aggregate. The contract will be governed by Texas law with venue in Travis County.