Procurement and Contracting Information
星空体育app下载 and TALCB听Financial Services Division strive to strategically and ethically procure quality goods and services while achieving the best value through fair and open competition as well as meeting the needs of our customers and maintaining public trust.
- What 星空体育app下载 and TALCB look for in a vendor
- Typical Purchases
- Purchase Orders and Other Contractual Documents
- How to learn about 星空体育app下载 and TALCB procurement opportunities
- Delivery
- Invoicing
- Historically Underutilized Business Program
- 星空体育app下载 and TALCB Contract Management Guide and Other Forms
- Agency POs and Contracts
- Contact Information
What 星空体育app下载 and TALCB look for in a vendor:
- Quotes prices correctly, including any shipping/handling charges or specifying that charges are included in the price.
- Adhere to bid instructions included in the bid documents.
- Signs and returns bids or quotes by scheduled deadlines.
- Provides samples and/or literature with bid response, when requested.
- Communicates effectively with 星空体育app下载 and TALCB听staff to resolve any problems with orders.
- Delivers on or before delivery deadlines.
- Follows all delivery instructions; records purchase order number on packing slips and cartons.
- Responds promptly to requests, telephone messages, etc.
- Meets or exceeds performance standards as set out in the purchasing document.
- Submits accurate invoices to 星空体育app下载 and TALCB Financial Services Division听with all necessary information (purchase order number, vendor ID, etc.)
Typical Purchases
星空体育app下载 and TALCB purchases a variety of office products and services that support the agency鈥檚 operations. Typical purchases include general office supplies and equipment; computer and telecommunications equipment and services; and other services such as professional, temporary personnel, and training services.
Purchase Orders and Other Contractual Documents
A purchase order constitutes a legal contract between the agency and a vendor. Only 星空体育app下载 and TALCB听purchasers are authorized to issue a purchase order to procure goods and services on behalf of the agency. A vendor that fills an order is agreeing to the price and the terms on the purchase order. If the price listed on the purchase order is incorrect or if the vendor cannot comply with the terms, it is the vendor's responsibility to contact the Financial Services Division听before filling the order. Please note that some procurements require other contractual documents such as written agreements executed by both 星空体育app下载 or听TALCB and the vendor.
How to learn about 星空体育app下载 and TALCB procurement opportunities
All state procurement听opportunities over $25,000 must be posted on the 听(ESBD), which is operated by the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts.
Delivery
Most deliveries are made to听星空体育app下载 and TALCB's offices in Austin.听
Invoicing
Payment will not be made until the products or services ordered have been received, evaluated, tested, and accepted. Vendors must submit a completed invoice to Financial Services听at:
Email:
Or
Mail:
Texas Real Estate Commission听
Attn: Financial Services
PO Box 12188
Austin, TX 78711-2188
The purchase order number and vendor identification number or taxpayer-identification number must be included on the invoice. For questions about billing, call the Financial Services Division at 512-936-3000.
Historically Underutilized Business Program
The mission of 星空体育app下载 and TALCB's听Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) Program is to provide assistance to minority, woman-owned, and Service Disabled Veteran Businesses affording them a fair opportunity to participate in the competitive procurement process. 星空体育app下载 and TALCB are听committed to increasing awareness, providing education and encouraging participation to HUBs in the State of Texas Procurement process.
星空体育app下载 and TALCB Contract Management Guide and Other Forms
星空体育app下载 and TALCB have created a helpful guide with full details on the agency's purchasing and contract administration program.听
Other Forms
- Request for Taxpayer ID Number and Certification
- 星空体育app下载 Standard Terms and Conditions
- Direct Deposit Form
- Vendor Protest Procedures
Agency POs and Contracts
Pursuant to Senate Bill 20 passed during the 84th听Texas Legislative Session, this information is made available to comply with the requirements for transparency in state agency contracting and procurements set forth in the bill.
Purchasing Contact
Email:听
or
Mail:
Texas Real Estate Commission听
Attn: Financial Services - Procurement
PO Box 12188
Austin, TX 78711-2188
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