How to sell to Texas government
Where Texas posts bids, how to register as a vendor, which certifications help, and what is open right now. Every portal and rule links to its official source.
Facts checked
Where Texas posts bids
State agencies post on Electronic State Business Daily (ESBD) on Texas SmartBuy.[1] TxDOT highway lettings and many cities, such as Austin, run their own bid systems in addition to the ESBD.
Changed recently: Under rules effective May 12, 2026, the HUB program became VetHUB and minority- and women-owned HUB certifications were revoked. Guides that describe the old HUB program are out of date.[2]
Open bids right now
BidRover is tracking 119 open bids in Texas, from state agencies and local governments. Most common categories:
- Utilities & telecommunications · 61
- Construction & facilities · 14
- Software & digital services · 13
- Cloud & infrastructure · 11
- Environmental & energy · 4
- Transportation & logistics · 4
- General procurement · 3
- Goods & supplies · 3
- Alief Indep School District: Data Transmission And/Or Internet Access (E-Rate FY2027)United States · Due Nov 12, 2026
- Iola Indep School District: Data Transmission And/Or Internet Access (E-Rate FY2027)United States · Due Nov 12, 2026
- Houston, TX – Northside High School Area Sewer RehabilitationTexas, United States · Due Oct 22, 2026
- ARWA Carrizo System Expansion: Well DrillingTexas, United States · Due Nov 3, 2026
- Harris County Department Of Education: Data Transmission And/Or Internet Access (E-Rate FY2027)United States · Due Nov 17, 2026
- TPW Transportation Professional Staff AugmentationTexas, United States · Due Dec 1, 2026
Step by step
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Register on Centralized Master Bidders List (CMBL)
$70 a year. Out-of-state businesses may register. Agencies notify CMBL vendors directly, so being on the list matters even though bids are also posted publicly on the ESBD.[2]
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Choose your commodity codes
Notifications are sent by the codes in your vendor profile. Pick every code that describes your work, and revisit them when you add a service.
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Get certified if you qualify
VetHUB (formerly HUB), through the Texas Comptroller, Statewide Procurement Division. Free. Limited to businesses at least 51% owned and operated by Texas-resident service-disabled veterans.[2]
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Watch local buyers too
Cities, counties and authorities in Texas post separately. BidRover reads 2 Texas sources, listed below, in one search.
When a formal bid is required
State agencies must post solicitations over $25,000 on the ESBD.[1]
Tips
- The ESBD's official address is txsmartbuy.com, not a .gov domain.
Texas sources BidRover reads
- TxDOT Highway Lettings (Official and Unofficial Bid Items) · State transportation construction
- City of Austin Solicitations · City of Austin, Austin Energy, Austin Water
Questions
Where does Texas post government bids?
State agencies post on Electronic State Business Daily (ESBD) on Texas SmartBuy (https://www.txsmartbuy.com/esbd). Many cities, counties and authorities in Texas post on their own sites as well, so check the ones you want to sell to.
How do I register as a vendor with Texas?
Register through Centralized Master Bidders List (CMBL). Cost: $70 a year. Out-of-state businesses may register. Agencies notify CMBL vendors directly, so being on the list matters even though bids are also posted publicly on the ESBD.
Does Texas certify small or diverse businesses?
VetHUB (formerly HUB) (Texas Comptroller, Statewide Procurement Division): Free. Limited to businesses at least 51% owned and operated by Texas-resident service-disabled veterans.
When does Texas require a formal bid?
State agencies must post solicitations over $25,000 on the ESBD.