City of Houston

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Buyer type:: City
Location:: Houston, TX
Country:: US

City of Houston RFPs

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Employee Engagement Survey and Organizational Action Planning Service RFP
Open
Jun 26, 2026
Closes
Aug 20, 2026
The City of Houston Human Resources Department requests proposals for an enterprise-wide employee engagement survey and organizational action planning services to support its Involve & Evolve (I&E) program, increase participation, and strengthen communication and post-survey action planning. The selected vendor will deliver a data-driven survey program and partner with City leadership to drive measurable organizational improvements across departments. The City intends to award one contract for a three-year initial term with two one-year renewal options (maximum five years).
HAS - IAH Subway Operations & Maintenance RFP
Open
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Closes
Sep 17, 2026
Seeking bids from qualified vendors to provide subway operations and maintenance services.
Pharmacy Benefits Management Services for the City of Houston’s Self-Funded Medical Plans
Open
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Closes
Sep 17, 2026
The City of Houston seeks proposals from qualified firms to provide third-party Pharmacy Benefits Management (PBM) services. The selected contractor will administer PBM services in support of the City’s self-funded medical benefit plans, providing cost-effective, high-quality prescription drug benefits for employees and their dependents. The contract has a five-year initial term with two one-year renewal options, for a maximum seven-year contract.

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Buyer Attributes

Key metrics and characteristics

Census ID
Government ID for mapping buyers across datasets.
176169
Employee FTE
Full-time equivalent employees.
22,579.1
Population
Population size to gauge opportunity scale.
2,397,315
Procurement Hell Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
55 / 100
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
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How to Sell to City of Houston

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Procurement Hell Score
Lower scores indicate easier procurement. Created by Starbridge.
55 / 100
EasyLower is betterHellish
Quick Decision Flow
- Sole Source: If uniquely proprietary, complete the Sole Source Justification with the department; under $50,000 CPO review; over $50,000 expect City Council approval.
- Coops: Frequently procures through Texas DIR, BuyBoard, and OMNIA Partners; you can gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform — reach out to your Starbridge contact to pursue onboarding.
Registered vendors: NYC's Vendor Enrollment Center processes W-9 and PIP registration in 3-5 business days for prime bidders.
MOCS threshold triggers a formal RFx workflow — plan for 60-90 days from solicitation to award depending on category.
Sole Source
- Entity: City of Houston
- When to use: Your solution is unique or proprietary and essential (e.g., specialized equipment or software).
Registered vendors: NYC's Vendor Enrollment Center processes W-9 and PIP registration in 3-5 business days for prime bidders.
MOCS threshold triggers a formal RFx workflow — plan for 60-90 days from solicitation to award depending on category.
Cooperatives
- The City of Houston has used cooperative purchasing and relies on it to streamline buys above the low competitive threshold.
- Process: Engage SPD to confirm contract use and file the Request to Purchase from Cooperative/Interlocal. For technology, ensure compliance with Executive Order 1-59 and secure HITS approval.
Registered vendors: NYC's Vendor Enrollment Center processes W-9 and PIP registration in 3-5 business days for prime bidders.
MOCS threshold triggers a formal RFx workflow — plan for 60-90 days from solicitation to award depending on category.

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City of Houston Contracts

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TriStar Risk Management Inc at City of Houston
Effective: Dec 1, 2015Expires: Expiration date locked.Unlock
This Agreement details the provision of Third Party Administration and related services for a self-insured Workers' Compensation Program between the City of Houston and TRISTAR RISK MANAGEMENT, INC. The contract spans an initial term from December 1, 2015, to November 30, 2020, with options for two two-year renewals, potentially extending to November 30, 2024. It outlines the TPA's duties, payment terms, performance standards, and various legal and operational conditions for managing workers' compensation claims.
TriStar Risk Management Inc at City of Houston
Effective: Sep 22, 2015Expires: Expiration date locked.Unlock
This document is the First Amendment to an Agreement for Third Party Administration and Related Services for a Self-Insured Workers' Compensation Program between the City of Houston and TRISTAR Risk Management, Inc. It extends the contract term from its previous expiration of November 30, 2024, to November 30, 2026. Additionally, the amendment increases the maximum contract amount by $5,684,857.00, resulting in a new total contract amount of $31,725,576.00. The original agreement commenced on September 22, 2015, under Contract No. 4600013469.
Qualtrics LLC at City of Houston
Effective: Jun 15, 2020Expires: Expiration date locked.Unlock
This Business Associate Agreement (BAA) is established between Qualtrics, LLC and the City of Houston, Texas (specifically the Houston Health Department). Its purpose is to ensure the protection and safeguarding of Protected Health Information (PHI) in compliance with HIPAA regulations, particularly in relation to services provided by Qualtrics under an existing Emergency Purchase Order for COVID-19 Testing, Contact Tracing, and Unlimited Responses. The agreement explicitly states there is "No cost to the City" for this BAA. The term of the agreement commences on the effective date of countersignature by the City Controller and remains in effect until all party obligations have been fulfilled.
Qualtrics LLC at City of Houston
Effective: Jul 11, 2022Expires: Expiration date locked.Unlock
This document details an agreement between Qualtrics LLC and the Houston Health Department for the provision of CX Foundation software bundles, additional response capacity, SMS Text Reserve, and a Professional Services package for Vaccine Solution Implementation Support. The total cost for these items is $790,500.00. The professional services entail 240 hours of support over a 12-month period, with the overall project duration set for 52 weeks, commencing two weeks after the agreement's execution.
AIG Europe S.A., Direktion für Deutschland at City of Houston
Effective: Apr 1, 2021Expires: Expiration date locked.Unlock
This document describes a Professional Indemnity Insurance Policy (No. Y 11 PI0 4266) issued by AIG Europe S.A. to SAP SE and its subsidiaries. The policy provides Technology Professional Liability coverage for network security and private data risks. The policy is effective from April 1, 2021, to April 1, 2022, with a limit of liability of EUR 5,000,000 per claim and in the annual aggregate.

Early Buyer Signals

Board meetings and strategic plans from City of Houston

City of Houston Housing and Community Development Department Virtual Homebuyer Fair
Date: Jul 12, 2023Type: Meeting mention
The virtual homebuyer fair provided educational resources regarding home ownership, including detailed explanations of the mortgage application process, requirements for credit scores, debt-to-income ratios, and common misconceptions about home buying versus renting. Partners from Bank of Texas discussed financial preparedness, the impact of student loans, the role of private mortgage insurance, and the importance of budgeting for maintenance costs and down payments. The event also featured a question-and-answer session addressing specific concerns from potential home buyers.
Housing and Community Development Department Community Engagement Meeting
Date: May 31, 2022Type: Meeting mention
The meeting served as a community engagement session regarding new housing developments in the Cityscape area. The discussion focused on addressing the local housing crisis, with plans presented for constructing 240 homes on a 14.9-acre site near Highway 288 and Orem. Participants were provided information on homebuyer qualification processes, including both traditional and disaster-recovery specific pathways, and the timeline for developer selection and construction. The session emphasized the importance of collecting community feedback on design preferences and neighborhood needs to inform future development decisions.

Key Contacts

Public-sector contacts connected to City of Houston.

Tera BrownAccounting Manager

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Johana ClarkActing Director, Transportation & Drainage Operations

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City of Houston RFPs

Employee Engagement Survey and Organizational Action Planning Service RFP

HAS - IAH Subway Operations & Maintenance RFP

Pharmacy Benefits Management Services for the City of Houston’s Self-Funded Medical Plans

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City of Houston Contracts

TriStar Risk Management Inc at City of Houston

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Qualtrics LLC at City of Houston

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AIG Europe S.A., Direktion für Deutschland at City of Houston

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City of Houston Housing and Community Development Department Virtual Homebuyer Fair

Housing and Community Development Department Community Engagement Meeting

Key Contacts

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City of Houston RFPs

Employee Engagement Survey and Organizational Action Planning Service RFP

HAS - IAH Subway Operations & Maintenance RFP

Pharmacy Benefits Management Services for the City of Houston’s Self-Funded Medical Plans

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City of Houston Contracts

TriStar Risk Management Inc at City of Houston

TriStar Risk Management Inc at City of Houston

Qualtrics LLC at City of Houston

Qualtrics LLC at City of Houston

AIG Europe S.A., Direktion für Deutschland at City of Houston

Early Buyer Signals

City of Houston Housing and Community Development Department Virtual Homebuyer Fair

Housing and Community Development Department Community Engagement Meeting

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City of Houston Housing and Community Development Department Virtual Community Meeting

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City of Houston Contracts

TriStar Risk Management Inc at City of Houston

TriStar Risk Management Inc at City of Houston

Qualtrics LLC at City of Houston

Qualtrics LLC at City of Houston

AIG Europe S.A., Direktion für Deutschland at City of Houston

Early Buyer Signals

City of Houston Housing and Community Development Department Virtual Homebuyer Fair

Housing and Community Development Department Community Engagement Meeting

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City of Houston RFPs

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City of Houston Contracts

TriStar Risk Management Inc at City of Houston

TriStar Risk Management Inc at City of Houston

Qualtrics LLC at City of Houston

Qualtrics LLC at City of Houston

AIG Europe S.A., Direktion für Deutschland at City of Houston

Early Buyer Signals

City of Houston Housing and Community Development Department Virtual Homebuyer Fair

Housing and Community Development Department Community Engagement Meeting

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City of Houston Housing and Community Development Department Virtual Community Meeting

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