Request for Proposals for Outside Legal Counsel for the Texas Prepaid Higher Education Tuition Board

The Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts is seeking outside legal counsel to provide legal services to the Texas Prepaid Higher Education Tuition Board. The selected respondent will provide services on an as-needed basis in areas such as federal and state securities, contracts, intellectual property, and fiduciary responsibility. The contract is expected to commence on September 1, 2026, and will have an initial term of 24 months, with two optional renewal periods of 12 months each. The respondent must be able to attend and prepare presentations at Board meetings and meetings with Comptroller's staff in Austin, Texas. Some key points to consider include: • The respondent must have experience in representing governmental entities in similar matters involving Section 529 qualified tuition plans and ABLE programs. • The respondent must be able to invoice each Plan or Program separately for work performed. • The respondent must comply with the Outside Legal Counsel Billing Guidelines. • The respondent must provide a completed VetHUB Subcontracting Plan. • The respondent must confirm their ability to comply with the policies, directives, and guidelines of the Board and Comptroller.