How to bid on Advise Tx Hybrid Program: College Advising GRACE Services for THECB

What the agency is buying

The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) needs maintenance and support services for its AdviseTX tools. These tools include the Aribot chatbot and the GRACE custom web application. This work is estimated at $24,500.

Key dates and deadlines

This solicitation was published on September 11, 2026. All proposals must be submitted by September 25, 2026, at 12:30 AM ET. Be sure to submit your response before this deadline.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is for vendors with expertise in maintaining and supporting chatbot technology and custom web applications, specifically those related to education advising tools. While the THECB believes this may be proprietary to one vendor, any qualified firm can submit a proposal.

The relevant category for this work is education technology and support services.

How to respond

To access the full solicitation, you need to go to the Texas Electronic State Business Daily (ESBD). The posting is public, and you do not need an account to view the documents. Once you have reviewed the solicitation, follow the instructions provided in the posting to submit your response before the deadline.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Even if an agency suggests a bid may be proprietary, a well-crafted proposal can still be competitive. Clearly demonstrate your firm's capability to provide the specific maintenance and support services requested for chatbot and custom web application tools. Highlight any relevant experience with similar educational technology platforms.

Pay close attention to all instructions in the solicitation documents. Ensure your proposal directly addresses all requirements and is submitted in the correct format by the specified deadline. Proofread all materials carefully to avoid errors.