DSHS seeks Cores Backround Check Module

The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) is seeking proposals for a CORES Responder Management System (RMS) Automated Background Check Module and Implementation. The required services include providing the CORES RMS Automated Background Check Module, professional services and implementation, and prepaid background checks. The contract opportunity is open from March 19, 2024 to April 2, 2024, with an anticipated contract start date of April 10, 2024. Proposals must be submitted to the HHS Purchasing department by the April 2, 2024 deadline. The contract will be awarded to the bidder providing the best value to the state, with consideration given to meeting requirements, delivery timelines, and price. Bidders must meet minimum qualifications of relevant experience and authorization to provide the CORES products.

The contract opportunity is open to all qualified bidders, and there are no set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The procurement does not provide any information on incumbent vendors or current contractors. The pricing structure is firm, fixed pricing with potential for price adjustments based on the Consumer Price Index, but no specific award values or budget ranges are provided in the documents.