Request for Proposals for Antisemitism Study for the Texas Holocaust, Genocide, and Antisemitism Advisory Commission

The Texas Historical Commission (THC) is seeking a contractor to conduct a comprehensive Antisemitism Study through a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the Texas Holocaust, Genocide, and Antisemitism Advisory Commission. The project requires a contractor with a minimum of 15 years of professional experience, including five years of senior leadership at a Texas higher education institution and five years of board leadership in organizations combating antisemitism. Key deliverables include developing the 2026 Study on Antisemitism in Texas, coordinating campus-based programming at 5-10 institutions, and providing strategic communications support. The project is scheduled to run from December 1, 2025, through August 31, 2027, with proposals due on November 17, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST. The evaluation will use a weighted scoring system: 20% for project plan, 20% for price proposal, 30% for comparable experience, and 30% for staff qualifications. No mandatory pre-proposal conference or site visits are required, and the contract will be awarded to the respondent providing the best value to the State of Texas.

The RFP includes a Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) Subcontracting Plan that establishes specific participation goals, including 26.0% for other services contracts, to promote equal business opportunities for economically disadvantaged businesses. Contractors must demonstrate good faith efforts in subcontracting with Texas certified HUBs, including notifying at least three HUBs and two trade organizations, and allowing seven working days for response. The contract includes comprehensive terms and conditions covering areas such as confidentiality, information security, and legal compliance. A detailed Data Use Agreement mandates strict protocols for handling confidential information, with immediate breach reporting requirements and potential financial responsibilities for any data security incidents. While specific award values are not explicitly stated, the contract is contingent on continued funding availability, and contractors must comply with various state regulations, including E-Verify program participation and immigration law compliance.