How to bid on Diabetes Self-Management Education Services for the Texas Workforce Commission

What the agency is buying

The Texas Workforce Commission is seeking providers for Diabetes Self-Management Education Services. These services are for Vocational Rehabilitation customers, including those who are blind or visually impaired. The goal is to help customers develop the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to manage their diabetes and improve health outcomes.

Services may include hands-on training in blood sugar monitoring, medication delivery, and other self-care skills. The education is based on the Association of Diabetes Care and Education Specialist’s 7 Self-Care Behaviors, covering areas like healthy eating, being active, monitoring, taking medications, healthy coping, problem solving, and reducing risk.

Key dates and deadlines

This is an open enrollment opportunity, published on May 15, 2026. The deadline for submitting responses is November 10, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET. All responses must be submitted by this time.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for organizations or individuals who can provide specialized education services related to diabetes self-management. Experience working with individuals who are blind or visually impaired, and providing hands-on training for self-care skills, would be particularly relevant. The services are for customers who are newly diagnosed, need surgery, are unable to maintain employment due to diabetes, or require additional training after losing their sight, among other specific needs.

How to respond

To access the solicitation, click the "View original source" link. This will open the solicitation on the Texas Electronic State Business Daily (ESBD). You do not need an account to view the posting and its associated documents. Follow the instructions provided within the posting to submit your response before the deadline.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Carefully review all sections of the solicitation document to understand the full scope of services required and the specific needs of the Vocational Rehabilitation customers. Highlight your experience in providing diabetes self-management education, especially any experience with adaptive techniques or working with visually impaired individuals.

Ensure your response clearly addresses how your services align with the Association of Diabetes Care and Education Specialist’s 7 Self-Care Behaviors. Provide concrete examples of how you would assess and teach blood sugar monitoring, medication delivery, and other self-care skills. Double-check that all required forms and documentation are completed accurately and submitted by the stated deadline.