Request for Proposals Moody’s Analytics Texas Gold Service Package

The Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts (CPA) has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a Moody's Analytics Texas Gold Service Package, seeking a comprehensive economic data and forecasting service for the Revenue Estimating Division. The procurement covers multiple services including monthly Regional Financial Review, Precis U.S. Macro, Precis U.S. State Report for Texas, Texas metropolitan reports, Custom Series Access forecast databases, and related subscriber services. The initial contract term is from September 1, 2025 to August 31, 2026, with optional renewal terms through August 31, 2029, and will serve up to eighteen members of the Texas State Data Consortium. Proposals are due on April 24, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. CT, with evaluation criteria weighted as follows: 20% for Respondent's past performance, qualifications, and experience; 40% for compliance with CPA specifications; and 40% for cost. The solicitation requires comprehensive economic data services that support the agency's constitutional duties, with specific expectations for detailed financial reporting, forecasting, and analytical capabilities.

The RFP includes a mandatory Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) Subcontracting Plan, which encourages participation of economically disadvantaged businesses in areas such as Internet Database Subscriptions and Research Services. The state has established specific HUB goals across different contract types, ranging from 11.2% for heavy construction to 26.0% for other services, with contractors required to either subcontract to Texas certified HUB vendors or justify why they cannot meet these goals. While no specific incumbent vendor is mentioned, the solicitation indicates that the contract will be awarded on an annual fee basis, with the CPA reserving the right to authorize monthly payments. The document includes comprehensive terms covering confidentiality, information security, intellectual property rights, performance standards, and potential contract termination conditions. Although no precise budget range is specified, the comprehensive nature of the services and the multi-year potential suggest a significant contract value for the selected vendor.