EDGAR Federal and State Compliance Methods
TexBuy EDGAR Federal / State Compliance Information
(1) Compliance Methods of Procurement Followed
TexBuy understands that it must follow the same state and federal procurement laws that would
apply if a local education agency (LEA) or other governmental agency made the procurement
themselves along with the appeals process and ensuring adequate, full and open competition, which
is accomplished with the procedures below:
- TexBuy’s method of purchasing consists of competitive bidding or competitive sealed proposals
for its solicitations.
• TexBuy advertises their bids once a week for a minimum of two consecutive weeks in compliance
with Texas Education Code §44.031 and posts a notification on the TexBuy website.
• Advertisements are followed up by a reasonable period of time for vendor responses.
• Appropriate criteria and weights consistent with Texas Education Code §44.031 and EDGAR (2CFR
§200.320) are published in each solicitation.
• All TexBuy solicitations and contracts are received, evaluated and awarded using methods that
comply with requirements as set forth in Texas Education Code §44.031 and EDGAR (2 CFR
§200.320).
By following the most restrictive State and Federal procurement laws and soliciting multiple vendors
to respond to solicitations, TexBuy members comply with the EDGAR (2CFR §200.320) allowed micropurchase (below $3500) and small purchase ($3500 to $49,999) requirements when using TexBuy
contracts.
(2) EDGAR Contract Cost and Price Requirement
The Non-Federal entity must perform a cost or price analysis in connection with every procurement
action in excess of the Simplified Acquisition Threshold, currently at $150,000, including contract
modifications. The method and degree of analysis is dependent on the facts surrounding the
particular procurement situation, but as a starting point, the Non-Federal entity must make
independent estimates before receiving bids or proposals.
• TexBuy is unable to know when Members are using Federal money or when they are going to
make purchases in excess of the Simplified Acquisition Threshold. The Member will need to
conduct their own cost and price analysis and negotiate profit as a separate element of the price
for each contract in accordance with EDGAR (2CFR §200.323).
(3) EDGAR Competition Requirement
• TexBuy conducts procurement transactions in a manner providing full and open competition.
TexBuy excludes contractors that develop or draft specifications, requirements, and statements
of work, for its request for proposals from competing for such procurements. Furthermore,
TexBuy does not place unreasonable requirements on firms in order for them to qualify to do
business, require unnecessary expensive and excessive bonding, or specify only a brand name
instead of allowing “an equal” product to be offered in accordance with EDGAR (2CFR §200.319).
• TexBuy’s solicitations incorporate a clear and accurate description of the technical requirements
for the material, product, or service to be procured. The descriptions do not contain features
which unduly restrict competition and include all requirements which the offerors must fulfill and
all other factors to be used in evaluating proposals.
• TexBuy ensures that all prequalified lists of persons, firms, or products which are used in acquiring
goods and services are current and include enough qualified sources to ensure maximum open
and free competition.
(4) EDGAR General Procurement Standards
• TexBuy follows its documented procurement standards which reflect applicable State and Local
regulations as they conform to EDGAR (2CFR §200.318).
• TexBuy maintains oversight of contracts to ensure that contractors perform in accordance with
the Terms, Conditions, and Specifications of their contract.
• TexBuy follows written standards of conduct covering Conflicts of Interest and governing actions
of its employees engaged in the selection, award, and administration of contracts.
• TexBuy awards contracts only to responsible contractors possessing the ability to perform
successfully under the terms and conditions of a proposed procurement. TexBuy gives
consideration to such matters as contractor integrity, compliance with public policy, record of
past performance, and financial and technical resources.
TexBuy maintains records including the method of procurement, selection of contract type,
contractor selection or rejection, and the basis for the contract price.
(5) EDGAR Contracting with Small and Minority Businesses, Women’s Business Enterprises (WBE), and
Labor Surplus Area Firms
• TexBuy encourages and solicits Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUB) in accordance with
EDGAR (2CFR §200.321).
• Prospective vendors are kept in a database and are matched to current solicitations assuring that
small and minority businesses, and WBE’s are solicited whenever they are potential sources.
• TexBuy notes which vendors qualify for HUB and WBE on their website.
• TexBuy now requires prime contractors that use subcontractors to actively pursue small and
minority businesses, and WBE’s.
(6) Bonding Requirements
TexBuy does not require performance and payment bonds or bid guarantees as part of their
construction or facility improvement contracts, EDGAR (2CFR §200.325). It is necessary for the
member to obtain these bonds based on their particular contract needs and requirements.