Website Manager and Tool Builder

The Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) is seeking a Website Manager and Tool Builder through Request for Offer (RFO) 332-RFO25-1001, with a focus on comprehensive website management and development services for the Texas Homebuyer Program. The selected contractor will be responsible for creating and maintaining mobile-friendly, accessible websites in English and Spanish, with specific requirements including three years of experience in Craft CMS and Drupal, building quick check tools, and integrating with state and non-profit marketing efforts. Key deliverables include website development, data analysis, and lead generation capabilities. The contract is set to begin May 23, 2025, and terminate August 31, 2028, with potential extensions for three additional one-year periods. Evaluation will be conducted using a best value standard, with 80% weight on demonstrated competence (personnel qualifications, past performance, quality of work, and preliminary work plan) and 20% on fee reasonableness. Proposals are due by May 9, 2025, at 2:00 PM Central Time, with respondents required to complete various exhibits including criminal conviction certifications and vendor reference questionnaires.

The procurement strongly encourages participation from Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUBs), with a 26% HUB goal for other services contracts. The solicitation includes a comprehensive Historically Underutilized Business Subcontracting Plan (HSP) that requires prime contractors to detail their subcontracting strategy and demonstrate good faith efforts to include Texas certified HUB vendors. Specific HUB participation goals vary across contract types, ranging from 11.2% for heavy construction to 32.9% for special trade construction. Contractors must provide written notifications to HUB vendors and trade organizations about subcontracting opportunities, allowing at least seven working days for responses. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the website management and tool-building services suggests a substantial contract value. The solicitation emphasizes vendor rotation and compliance with state procurement guidelines, with potential consequences including bid rejection for incomplete or improper HSP submissions. The contract includes provisions for potential technology integration, with a focus on creating robust, accessible digital platforms for the Texas Homebuyer Program.