Tips for Doing Business with TSTC
- Register as a Vendor with the State of Texas to be added to the Centralized Master Bidders List (CMBL) and receive notice of solicitations.
- Respond to requests within the time frame indicated on the solicitation (ex: bid, RFP, etc.).
- Respond as “No Bid” to bids if the goods and/or services cannot be supplied.
- Be in good standing with the State Comptroller.
- Include TSTC’s Purchase Order Number on all invoices and packing slips.
- Check the ESBD website for bid/proposal postings under Agency Number 719.
- Avoid delivering goods and/or services without a Purchase Order Number on file.
- Be knowledgeable of insurance requirements.
- Register for Direct Deposit and understand the State of Texas Prompt Payment Law.
- Review the Comptroller’s Vendor Guide to learn how to do business with the State of Texas.