License Renewal

The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) Air Permits Division has issued Request for Bid (RFB) 582-26-16712 for the procurement of software licensing services. This solicitation seeks one license renewal for TOXCHEM software, which will provide one year of software usage, technical support, and upgrades for six seats under License #14-2159. The software must be capable of estimating volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions from wastewater treatment facilities and must provide functionality comparable to or exceeding that of TOXCHEM, including the ability to accurately calculate both hourly and annual air emissions based on contaminant concentrations, loads, and wastewater system components. The software must feature a user-friendly interface enabling independent operation by TCEQ reviewers to verify emissions calculations submitted by applicants, generate clear shareable reports, and operate on modern Windows 10 and 11 operating systems. The bid deadline is April 30, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST, with questions required to be submitted by April 24, 2026, at 12:00 PM CST; electronic submissions must be sent to TCEQebid@tceq.texas.gov with the solicitation number, company name, and due date in the subject line. The contract period runs from July 31, 2026, through July 31, 2027. Bidders must provide unit pricing for both the license renewal and an administration fee, along with required certifications including compliance with TCEQ terms and conditions, non-boycott of Israel, and confirmation that the bidder is not engaged in business with Iran, Sudan, or foreign terrorist organizations.

The RFB documentation does not explicitly reference set-aside designations or restrictions limiting participation to specific types of organizations, meaning the solicitation appears open to all qualified vendors capable of meeting the technical specifications. The solicitation notes that the requested items are believed to be proprietary to one manufacturer, and only responses conforming exactly to the specifications will be considered for award. TOXCHEM is identified as the current software solution used by TCEQ and industry applicants for air permit applications, indicating it is the existing infrastructure with which any replacement must be compatible. Vendors must maintain appropriate insurance coverage, comply with cybersecurity training requirements for employees accessing TCEQ systems, and certify compliance with multiple state and federal requirements including child support obligations, antitrust laws, and non-discrimination statutes. The specific award value or budget range is not disclosed in the available documentation. Bids must remain firm for 30 days from the bid opening date, and TCEQ reserves the right to award based on low line item bids, low total bids, or any combination serving the state's best interests, with authority to reject any or all bids.