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Texas HHSC Solicits 'Choosing the Best' Abstinence Curriculum and Training for School Districts

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is seeking bids to supply abstinence-focused curriculum workbooks and related training services for Independent School Districts statewide. - Government Buyer: - Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC), Procurement and Contracting Services (PCS), led by Executive Commissioner Stephanie Muth - Products Requested: - Comprehensive suite of "Choosing the Best" curriculum products, including: - Classroom Sets, District Sets, Leader Guides, and Student Manuals for JOURNEY, LIFE, PATH, WAY, and RELATIONSHIP modules - Electronic student manuals and annual teacher tool licenses for each curriculum - Parent education materials, including "Parents, Teens and Sex-THE BIG TALK BOOK" and PARENT PREP books - Reproductive and Sexual Health materials for 6th grade, 7th/8th grade, and high school - Services Requested: - Facilitator training for each curriculum module (WAY for 6th grade, PATH for 7th grade, LIFE for 8th grade, JOURNEY for high school) - Quantities: - 20 units each for most classroom and district sets, and parent education kits - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Strict adherence to specified curriculum brands and editions ("Choosing the Best") - Products and services must comply with Texas state laws and educational standards - Contract available for use by both HHSC and the Department of State Health Services (DSHS) - Emphasis on HUB subcontracting and performance standards - No specific OEMs are named, but the "Choosing the Best" curriculum is a proprietary product line.

Description

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is seeking competitive bids to establish contract(s) for Abstinence Curriculum Workbook Products for Independent School Districts. The procurement involves supplying curriculum workbook products to multiple independent school districts across Texas. Bidders must submit comprehensive responses including required documentation and certifications, such as dual CTCD/CTCM certification. The solicitation includes detailed requirements, submission instructions, and a response deadline of August 17, 2026, at 10:30 AM Central Time.

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