Opportunity
Texas DIR/ESBD #HHS0017629V2
Part-Time Forensic Psychology Services Solicitation at El Paso Psychiatric Center
Posted
September 08, 2026
Respond By
September 29, 2026
Identifier
HHS0017629V2
NAICS
621330
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is seeking bids for part-time forensic psychology services at the El Paso Psychiatric Center. - Government Buyer: - Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) - Procurement and Contracting Services (PCS) division - El Paso Psychiatric Center - Services Requested: - Part-time forensic psychology services (up to 10 hours per week) - Evaluation of forensic patients for competency to stand trial - Assessment of risk for future violence - Written competency reports and risk assessments for court and Avatar CWS - Use of clinical judgment and empirical risk assessment tools (e.g., PCL-R, LSI, Static-99, VRAG-R, HCR-20, SVR-20) - Telemedicine option available - Notable Requirements: - Bidders must demonstrate relevant experience and qualifications - Firm, fixed pricing required - Compliance with Texas Government Code provisions - Reference qualifications and documentation submission required - No OEMs or product vendors are involved, as this is a professional services procurement - Contract term runs through August 31, 2029, with an option for a one-year extension
Description
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is seeking competitive bids to establish contract(s) for part-time forensic psychology services at the El Paso Psychiatric Center. The services include evaluating referred forensic patients for competency to stand trial and assessing the risk for future violence. Both HHSC and the Department of State Health Services (DSHS) may use any contract awarded. The contract is anticipated to start upon award, with responses due by September 29, 2026.