The Public Utility Commission of Texas regulates the state's electric, telecommunication, and water and sewer utilities, implements respective legislation, and provides customer assistance in resolving consumer complaints.
The Purchasing Department of the Public Utility Commission (PUCT) ensures that all purchases made comply with state law and the rules and regulations of the Comptroller of Public Accounts/Texas Procurement and Support Services (CPA/TPASS). Purchasing is a centralized function at the PUCT. Division purchasing liaisons submit purchase requisitions to the purchasing department for budget approval and processing.
The PUCT does not maintain its own bidders list. We are required to solicit pricing only from the Centralized Master Bidders List (CMBL). If you are not a member, and are interested in obtaining information about the program, you can call CMBL Registration at 512-463-3459.
Electronic State Business Daily (ESBD)
Information on PUCT and other available bid opportunities in Texas state government.
Payment Scheduling
State agencies must schedule vendor payments, and where appropriate, discounts for early payment.
Prompt Payment
When properly invoiced, state agencies must make prompt payment.
The Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) program is priority to the Public Utility Commission. The PUCT actively encourages purchasing from, and contracting with, Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUBs) to provide goods and services to support the agency's operations.
Prime Contractor Progress Assessment Report Template This is the monthly/quarterly report template required of PUCT vendors who have submitted a HUB Subcontracting Plan as part of their contract.