Texas Human Resources Code 73.011 – Provider Selection
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(a) The department shall select providers of services authorized under this chapter on a best value basis in a manner that:
(1) maximizes federal, private, and local sources of funding; and
(2) promotes competition when possible.
(b) The department shall determine best value as required by Subsection (a) when the department initially awards a contract to a provider and when the department considers renewal of a provider’s contract.
Terms Used In Texas Human Resources Code 73.011
- Contract: A legal written agreement that becomes binding when signed.
(c) In determining whether a provider will provide best value to the department, the department shall consider:
(1) the past performance of the provider;
(2) the quality of the provider’s services;
(3) the cost of the provider’s services;
(4) the ability of the provider to maximize federal, private, and local sources of funding;
(5) the ability of the provider to comply with state and federal program requirements;
(6) the availability of the provider to deliver required services; and
(7) any other relevant factor.