Select Coder Professional Subscription

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and Department of State Health Services (DSHS) are seeking competitive bids for a Select Coder Professional subscription, an online coding and auditing tool for medical claims evaluation. This Invitation for Bids (IFB) is soliciting an annual subscription that includes CPT Assistant add-on and Select Coder Facility, which will be utilized by HHSC Policy Analysts for medical research. The procurement requires firm, fixed pricing for the contract duration, with an initial term from the date of award through January 31, 2026, and options for two additional one-year renewals through January 31, 2028. Key procurement dates include questions due by April 11, 2025, and final responses due by April 22, 2025, at 10:30 AM. Bidders must meet specific evaluation criteria focused on performance requirements, technical specifications, and demonstrating the best value to the State of Texas. The services will be provided entirely online, with no guaranteed volume or usage commitment. Evaluation will emphasize the vendor's ability to meet technical requirements and provide comprehensive coding and auditing resources.

The solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The historical spend for similar services is $15,867.09 for the period January 31, 2024 - January 31, 2025, which provides insight into the potential contract value. The subscription will support policy analysts in medical research, indicating a targeted, specialized procurement with specific technological requirements. While the documentation does not mention incumbent vendors, the procurement suggests a need for a sophisticated, web-based coding and auditing platform that can integrate with existing HHSC technological infrastructure. The total contract potential, including the initial term and two potential renewals, could represent a value of approximately $47,601.27 over three years, though actual usage and spending may vary. Prospective vendors should be prepared to demonstrate comprehensive online coding resources, technical capability, and a track record of providing high-quality professional subscription services to government health agencies.