Texas DIR/ESBD #304-26-0274SH

Texas Comptroller seeks Chainbridge PolicyLinks System software, maintenance, and training

The Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts is seeking offers for the Chainbridge PolicyLinks System, a specialized software suite used for economic modeling and tax incidence analysis. - Government Buyer: - Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts, Procurement Section, Room 300, 111 E. 17th Street, Austin, Texas - OEM Highlighted: - Chainbridge Software, LLC - Vendors: - Chainbridge Software, LLC (OEM) - Products Requested: - Chainbridge PolicyLinks System software suite - Includes multiple tax models: Sales and Use Tax, Franchise Tax, Property Tax, Insurance Tax, Tax Incidence Analysis - Household Tax Incidence Database - Software licensing, maintenance, updates, and technical support - Comprehensive documentation and technical library - Services Requested: - Software maintenance and technical support (telephone/online support, error corrections, updates, upgrades, patches, enhancements) - Two annual instructor-led training classes for CPA personnel (up to three attendees per class) - Data hosting and compliance with security, accessibility, and quality control standards - Notable Requirements: - Proprietary software likely only available from Chainbridge Software, LLC, but open to offers from qualified vendors - Mandatory subcontracting plan for contracts over $100,000, with focus on Texas-certified Veteran Heroes United in Business (VetHUB) subcontractors - Compliance with Texas SmartBuy procurement system - Estimated Contract Value: - Approximately $1.3 million - Place of Performance: - Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts Procurement Section, Room 300, 111 E. 17th Street, Austin, Texas - P.O. Box 12050, Austin, Texas

Description

The Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts (CPA) is soliciting offers from qualified vendors for the Chainbridge PolicyLinks System. The procurement aims to obtain services that represent the best value for CPA and the State of Texas, including software and support services for the system. The contract award is anticipated to be made to one successful respondent, with an initial term from September 1, 2026, to August 31, 2027, and optional extensions through August 31, 2030. Offers must include all associated costs and be submitted by June 1, 2026, at 2:00 PM Central Time.

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