Diabetes Prevention Program Software as a Service

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) Procurement and Contracting Services (PCS) division is seeking competitive bids to establish a one-year contract for a Diabetes Prevention Program Software as a Service (SaaS) application and maintenance. The contract will cover multiple jurisdictions in Texas, including Travis County and the City of Austin. The SaaS application must be a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recognized diabetes prevention program that provides online, mobile-friendly diabetes prevention services for the public in Texas. Key requirements include an engaging curriculum with interactive video lessons, exercise and meal tracking, and access to lifestyle coaches. Bidders must provide pricing, implementation, training, and ongoing support and maintenance. Bids are due by March 14, 2024, and the anticipated contract start date is upon award. The pricing must be firm, fixed rates for the initial one-year term, with the option for HHSC to extend the contract for up to one additional year.

The solicitation encourages subcontracting opportunities and requires bidders to submit a HUB Subcontracting Plan if identifying subcontracting needs. Bidders must also obtain TX-RAMP Level Two certification or provisional certification prior to award in order to comply with Texas' cloud security requirements. The solicitation does not provide details on any set-asides, incumbent providers, or funding sources beyond stating that HHSC does not guarantee any volume, usage, or compensation, and all contracts are subject to appropriations and availability of funds.