Corporate Program
State of Texas
Diversity Goal
Agency-specific HUB goals
Annual Diverse Spend
$2+ billion to HUB businesses
Certifications Accepted
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Supplier Portal
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How State of Texas's supplier diversity program works.
Texas uses the HUB (Historically Underutilized Business) certification for state contracting.
HUB categories:
- Asian Pacific Americans
- Black Americans
- Hispanic Americans
- Native Americans
- American Women
- Service Disabled Veterans
Texas state agencies must make good faith efforts to use HUB vendors.
Accepted certifications
Which certifications State of Texas recognizes.
To register on State of Texas's supplier portal as a diverse supplier, you need to hold at least one of the certifications below. Each link goes to the full guide for that certification: eligibility rules, application steps, and the issuing body.
Categories of spend
What State of Texas sources from diverse suppliers.
Registration process
How to register as a State of Texas supplier.
1. Register in the Texas CMBL (Centralized Master Bidlist)
2. Apply for HUB certification through the Comptroller
3. Certification is FREE
4. Processing time: 30-45 days
5. Monitor ESBD (Electronic State Business Daily) for opportunities
From the procurement team
What State of Texas buyers look for.
- HUB certification is essential for Texas state work
- TxDOT has significant DBE opportunities
- Texas A&M and UT systems have separate procurement
- Construction and professional services are in high demand
- Partner with established state contractors
Matchmaking events
Where to meet State of Texas buyers in person.
Texas HUB Expo and regional forums
Other buyers like this one
Corporate programs sourcing in similar categories.
Before you apply
Confirm certification before registering with State of Texas.
State of Texas's supplier portal requires a current diverse-business certification at registration. The quiz cross-checks which certifications State of Texas accepts against the ones your business qualifies for, so you don't waste time pursuing a certification this buyer won't recognize.