Data and Analytics Technical Consulting Services

The Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) is seeking a qualified technical consulting firm to assist with the planning, development, and delivery of its overall data management capabilities through a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) process. The selected contractor will help ensure project alignment with and delivery on TRS's business goals. The contract will be work order-based to support the agency's Enterprise Data & Analytics team in delivering on products and project commitments. Key objectives include consolidating data for analytics onto an Azure-based data hub, migrating on-premise data to an investment-focused data warehouse structure, establishing an integration hub for third-party data, and improving overall data governance and management. Respondents must have at least 15 years of experience in developing and delivering enterprise-wide data and analytics strategies, with a preference for those serving medium or large public pension or sovereign wealth funds. The evaluation process may involve an initial round, interviews or presentations, and a best and final offer round.

The contract opportunity is open to vendors across the state of Texas, with the primary jurisdictions being Travis County and the City of Austin. TRS has determined that subcontracting opportunities are probable and requires respondents to complete a Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) Subcontracting Plan. The initial contract term will be from the effective date through August 31, 2024, with three one-year optional renewal terms. Pricing is to be provided on an hourly rate basis for various technical roles, with no escalation allowed for renewal terms. The not-to-exceed prices shall be inclusive of all travel, meals, and lodging expenses. The total contract value or budget range is not specified in the RFQ.