Texas DIR/ESBD #240m

Texas Comptroller Solicitation for Independent Tax Compliance Examination Services

The Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts is seeking independent examiners or firms to provide tax compliance examination services across Texas. - Government Buyer: - Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts, Contracts Section - Services Requested: - Independent tax compliance examination services for Texas Sales and Use Tax, Mixed Beverage Gross Receipts Tax, Mixed Beverage Sales Tax, Franchise (Margin) Tax, Enterprise Zone Refunds, and Hotel Occupancy Tax - Tasks include conducting taxpayer examinations, preparing work papers, submitting reports, and ensuring compliance with Comptroller standards - No attestation or opinion services required - Key Requirements: - Services provided on an as-needed basis; no guaranteed minimum assignments or compensation - Mandatory orientation session for selected contractors - Strict conflict of interest provisions - Use of Comptroller-issued IT resources - Compliance with confidentiality, cybersecurity training, and insurance requirements - Only one submission per respondent; current contractors with a notice of intent to renew are ineligible - Contract Details: - Initial term from September 1, 2026, to August 31, 2027 - Two one-year renewal options at the Comptroller's discretion - Compensation per examination package, with annual caps per contractor; estimated total contract value ranges from $70,400 to $211,200 based on staffing - Locations: - Work performed at Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts headquarters in Austin and various Comptroller field offices across Texas - No OEMs or product vendors are specified, as this procurement is focused solely on professional services

Description

The Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts is seeking qualified independent persons or firms to provide tax compliance examination services as per Texas Tax Code Section 111.0045 and related administrative rules. The services exclude attestation or opinion rendering and will be contracted on an as-needed basis with no guaranteed minimum assignments or compensation. The contract term begins around September 1, 2026, with a submission deadline for qualifications on May 15, 2026. The project covers multiple highway districts across Texas.

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