Bid guide
How to bid on FY27 Treatment Services for the Eastern District of Texas
What the agency is buying and why it matters
The Administrative Office of the US Courts, specifically the US Probation and Pretrial Services Office for the Eastern District of Texas, is seeking substance-use treatment services. These services are for federal defendants and individuals under supervision in Sherman, Texas.
The required services include substance use assessments and various forms of counseling, such as individual, group, or family sessions. This is an opportunity for providers to secure Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs) for a base period of one year, with the possibility of four additional one-year extensions.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This is a Request for Information (RFI) published on August 3, 2026. Interested providers should submit a notice of interest by September 2, 2026, at 12:59 AM ET. This initial response is to express your interest and provide contact information.
A formal Request for Proposals (RFP) is expected to be posted on or after September 2, 2026, on the agency's website. The BPAs are intended to run from October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2027, with potential extensions.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for professional service firms specializing in substance-use treatment. Providers must have a physical facility available within the Sherman, Texas catchment area to deliver services.
Firms should employ qualified professionals who meet specific experience and criteria, which will be detailed in the upcoming RFP. This is a good fit for established treatment centers or clinics with competitive pricing structures.
How to respond to this RFI
To respond to this RFI, you need to send a notice of interest via email. This email should include your firm's name, mailing address, telephone number, and email address. Send this information to [email protected].
After the RFP is released on or after September 2, 2026, you will need to respond to that solicitation. Your full proposal will need to clearly demonstrate your ability to provide services locally, that your professionals are qualified, and that your pricing is competitive compared to your most favored customers.
Practical tips for preparing a competitive response
Even though this is an RFI, start preparing for the full RFP now. Confirm your facility's availability and ensure it meets any potential accessibility or operational requirements. Gather credentials and resumes for all professionals who would be providing services, making sure they align with industry standards and any specific criteria the agency might require.
Review your pricing structure to ensure it is competitive and can be justified as equal to or lower than rates offered to your most favored customers. Clearly articulate your firm's experience in providing substance-use treatment services, especially to populations similar to those served by federal probation and pretrial offices. Pay close attention to all deadlines once the RFP is released.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Administrative Office of the US Courts; the original posting controls.