The Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) Program promotes full and equal business opportunities for minority and women-owned businesses in state procurement.
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The Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) Program promotes full and equal business opportunities for minority and women-owned businesses in state procurement.
Yes, being a HUB vendor does not preclude or exempt a supplier from meeting the requirements of a HUB Subcontracting Plan.
Yes, if you will not be subcontracting any portion of the bid, you must still complete and submit the HUB Subcontracting Plan.
The Centralized Master Bidders List (CMBL) is utilized by state agencies and institutions of higher education for purchases or other acquisitions including the acquisitions of services, for which competitive bidding is required. UTA the CMBL to develop a mailing list for vendors to receive bids based on the products or services they can provide to the State of Texas. Manufacturers, suppliers, and other vendors wishing to furnish materials, equipment, supplies, and services to the state may apply to be on the CMBL to receive bidding opportunities. Vendors are not required to be on the CMBL to do business with state entities. Vendors may download CMBL applications at comptroller.texas.gov/purchasing/vendor/cmbl or call (512) 463-3459.
There is a $70.00 annual fee for CMBL registration.
A list of Institutional HUB Coordinators can be found here: comptroller.texas.gov/purchasing/vendor/hub/resources.php
In accordance with the Texas Government Code §2161.065, Texas A&M University has designated a Mentor Protege Program to encourage long-term relationships between vendors and Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUBs). The goal of the program is to increase the ability of HUBs to contract with the state and/or receive subcontracts. The Mentor Protege Program provides professional guidance and support to HUBs and facilitates their development and growth.
The State of Texas is divided into 25 highway districts which include designated counties. Vendors can select the highway districts for which they want to provide products and/or services. You can view the Highway District Map on the Comptroller's website.
Typically, the certification process takes 60 to 90 days after submitting a complete application.
Valid for 4 Years: HUB certification remains valid for four years, provided the business continues to meet all eligibility requirements.
The renewal process is simple and must be completed before the certification expiration date. The Statewide HUB Program will notify businesses when it is time to renew.
Visit Certification Process for more information.
Individual or supplier who contracts with a vendor to work or contribute toward completing work for a governmental entity. The term does not include a state agency. A supplier cannot subcontract work to themselves.
A Good Faith Effort refers to the steps a contractor/vendor must take to ensure fair and equitable opportunities for HUBs to participate in subcontracting work. These efforts include:
The HSP may be rejected if it does not include evidence of a good-faith effort, lacks required documentation, or fails to meet the state’s outlined expectations for subcontracting opportunities.
Yes, businesses that do not have HUB certification can still participate in state procurement; however, state agencies are encouraged to utilize HUBs
By working as a subcontractor under a prime contractor, your business can gain valuable experience, expand its network, and increase opportunities for future state contract bids.
If your business no longer meets the eligibility criteria, you must notify the Statewide HUB Program immediately. Failure to do so could result in the loss of certification and exclusion from HUB contract opportunities.
Here are some key tips to enhance your experience when engaging in business with the state: