Hack The Box - Workforce Development Plan 1

The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) under contract identification number RITM1238020 for cybersecurity training services through the Hack The Box platform. This procurement seeks to provide DFPS employees with hands-on cybersecurity training utilizing interactive labs, challenges, and modules designed to develop practical security skills and technical competencies. The deliverables include access to Hack The Box training resources for a specified number of licenses or seats over a defined duration to support employee development and cybersecurity initiatives. Key objectives center on enhancing the cybersecurity capabilities of DFPS personnel through practical, interactive learning experiences rather than traditional classroom instruction. The IFB was posted on April 14, 2026, with a response deadline of April 28, 2026. Bidders should refer to the complete IFB documentation for specific details regarding bidder conference schedules, response requirements, evaluation criteria, pricing terms, and contract award dates.

The procurement includes set-aside preferences for historically underutilized businesses (HUBs) and small businesses operating in Texas, as applicable under state procurement guidelines. The complete contract terms, including performance metrics, service level agreements, incumbent contractor information, and contract renewal options, are detailed in the full IFB documentation package. Prospective bidders should review the compressed file containing the complete procurement specifications to understand all qualification requirements, technical specifications for Hack The Box access, and submission procedures. Budget and award values are to be determined based on the scope of services, number of required licenses, and contract duration as specified in the final IFB documents. Funding derives from the DFPS operational budget allocated for employee development and cybersecurity initiatives. Organizations interested in responding should ensure they can meet the technical and administrative requirements outlined in the complete procurement documentation and submit their bids by the April 28, 2026 deadline.