Introduction to TDI Purchasing Guide
An Invitation to You
The Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) wants you to be successful doing business with us. This vendor guide is designed to provide you with general information on how you can do business with TDI.
About Our Agency
TDI regulates the $37 billion a year Texas insurance industry and is responsible for protecting the public's interest when it comes to insurance. TDI works to make insurance affordable and available by encouraging competition in the insurance industry. In addition, TDI educates consumers about how to shop more effectively for insurance. TDI's Purchasing and Contract Administration Division procures goods and services to meet the needs of more than 900 employees.
TDI Mission Statement
The Texas Department of Insurance regulates the Texas insurance industry firmly, fairly, effectively and efficiently. TDI supports a fair, efficient and productive industry dedicated to the long term concept of insurance and its contributions to society. TDI works for the availability of quality insurance products for all Texans at reasonable prices and under reasonable terms, and strives to protect consumers' insurance assets. TDI enforces solvency standards and promotes competition in the industry while protecting consumers from fraud, misrepresentation and unfair practices. TDI educates the public about insurance so that Texans can make informed choices, and TDI insists that the industry be responsible to its customers. TDI works to make Texas a place where industry will want to do business.
How to Reach Us
Vendors are welcome to come and meet with TDI's purchasing staff. Please call us to make an appointment. Our office hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. If you have any questions about TDI's purchasing process or HUB program, contact us at:
Physical Address:
Texas Department of Insurance
Purchasing and Contract Administration
William P. Hobby Building
333 Guadalupe,Tower I, Room 850
Austin, Texas 78701
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 149104
Mail Code 108-1B
Austin, Texas 78714-9104
Main Phone Number: (512) 463-6174
Main Fax Number: (512) 463-6159
Delivery
Most deliveries of goods are made to TDI's centralized warehouse, which is located at:
Texas Department of Insurance Warehouse
7915 Cameron Road
Austin, Texas 78752
(512) 305-8150
Receiving hours are from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday (except State holidays). All packing slips and cartons must include the TDI purchase order number. The vendor is responsible for making deliveries to the correct address as specified on the purchase order. Call the number above if you have any questions regarding receiving procedures.
Invoicing
Payment will not be made until the products or services ordered have been received, evaluated, tested and accepted. Vendors must submit a completed invoice to Accounts Payable at the following address:
Texas Department of Insurance
Attn: Accounts Payable
P.O. Box 149104
Mail Code 108-3A
Austin, Texas 78714-9104
The purchase order number and vendor identification number or taxpayer identification number must be included on the invoice. For questions regarding billing please call Accounts Payable at (512) 463-6150.
Who is a HUB Vendor?
A HUB is as a profit-making corporation, sole proprietorship, partnership or joint venture which is at least 51 percent owned by one or more members of women or certain minority groups, including Black Americans, Hispanic Americans, Asian Pacific Americans, and Native Americans. These individuals must have a proportionate interest and demonstrate active participation in the control, operation and management of the company's affairs. All vendors participating in TDI's HUB program must be certified by the Texas Building & Procurement Commission.
How to Become HUB Certified
Vendors must complete a bid list/certification application and submit it to the Texas Building & Procurement Commission. Once certified, your company's name and information will be available to all state agencies who utilize the TBPC automated HUB directory.
TDI obtains a list of prospective bidders from the TBPC central bid list and from the TBPC HUB directory. TDI purchasers attempt to receive bids from as many HUB vendors as possible. If you have not previously conducted business with TDI, we invite you to contact us. We welcome brochures, literature, and other information about your company.
Links to Other State Purchasing Contacts
TDI Bid Opportunities