Texas Government Code - GOV'T § 2262.101. Creation; Duties

(1) reviewing and making recommendations on the solicitation documents and contract documents for contracts of state agencies that have a value of at least $5 million;

(2) reviewing any findings or recommendations made by the state auditor, including those made under Section 2262.052(b), regarding a state agency's compliance with the contract management guide;

(3) providing recommendations to the comptroller regarding:

(4) providing recommendations and assistance to state agency personnel throughout the contract management process;

(5) coordinating and consulting with the quality assurance team established under Section 2054.158 on all contracts relating to a major information resources project;

(6) developing and recommending policies and procedures to improve state agency contract management practices;

(7) developing and recommending procedures to improve state agency contracting practices by including consideration for best value; and

(8) creating and periodically performing a risk assessment to determine the appropriate level of management and oversight of contracts by state agencies.

(1) the amount of appropriations to the agency;

(2) total contract value as a percentage of appropriations to the agency; or

(3) the impact of the functions and duties of the state agency on the health, safety, and well-being of residents.

(1) comply with a recommendation made under Subsection (a)(1); or

(2) submit a written explanation regarding why the recommendation is not applicable to the contract under review.

(1) that the team identifies as posing a low risk of loss to the state; or

(2) for which templates will be used more than once by a state agency.