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TX20260147 (Rev 1)Published May 18, 2026Texas • Gray
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RFP 26-017 Self-Pay Bad Debt Third Party Collections
Solicitation: 26-017
Notice ID: edu_utmb__26_017
Department • University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB)Agency • Supply ChainState • TXPosted • —Due • No due date postedBid range • $263,959 - $312,841
Contract snapshot
Federal opportunity from Supply Chain • University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB). Place of performance: TX.
- Source
- Open on official portal →
- Solicitation
- 26-017
- Performance
- TX
- Response
- No due date posted
Live POP
Place of performance
TX
Contracting office
Not listed
Point of Contact
Not available
Agency & Office
Department
University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB)
Agency
Supply Chain
Subagency
Supply Chain
Office
Glenda Badgett (gdbadget@utmb.edu)
Contracting Office Address
Not available
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Description
RFP 26-017 — Self-Pay Bad Debt Third Party Collections Source: UTMB Supply Chain bid opportunities page.
Advisory bid range
Pricing and bid posture
$263,959 - $312,841
Contractor-side estimate from visible notice metadata, NAICS/PSC, contract type, schedule hints, and BidPulsar workpaper assumptions. Not an IGCE, incumbent price, award value, or government budget.
Floor
$263,959
Target
$279,322
Premium
$312,841
Labor
$13,680
Direct
$183,000
Burden
$29,383
Fee + reserve
$32,919
Target $279,322Hybrid workpaper with explicit assumptions3 modeled rows
This advisory bid range is visible page text for contractors and search engines: it summarizes the modeled floor, target, and premium bid posture for this solicitation.
Market snapshot
Baseline awarded-market signal across all contracting (sample of 400 recent awards; refreshed periodically).
12-month awarded value
$3,515,334,796
Sector total $3,515,334,796 • Share 100.0%
Live
Median
$350,000
P10–P90
$32,216–$3,347,126
Volatility
Volatile200%
Market composition
NAICS share of sector
A simple concentration signal, not a forecast.
100.0%
share
Momentum (last 3 vs prior 3 buckets)
+100%($3,515,334,796)
Deal sizing
$350,000 median
Use as a pricing centerline.
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Signals shown are descriptive of observed awards; not a forecast.
Files
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BidPulsar Analysis
A practical, capture-style breakdown of fit, requirements, risks, and next steps.
Updated: Feb 21, 2026
Client-ready brief
Executive summary
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The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) is seeking proposals for RFP 26-017, which focuses on Self-Pay Bad Debt Third Party Collections. This opportunity is managed by the Supply Chain office, and interested bidders can find more information on the UTMB bid opportunities page. Bidders should review the attachment linked in the resource section for specific requirements and guidelines.
debt recoverythird-party collectionsself-pay accountshealthcare financeUTMB Supply Chain
What the buyer is trying to do
UTMB aims to engage a third-party collection service to manage self-pay bad debt collections, enhancing financial recovery from unpaid accounts.
Who should pursue this
- Companies specializing in debt recovery
- Firms with experience in healthcare collections
- Providers with a robust compliance framework
Work breakdown
- Review current policies and processes regarding self-pay collections
- Develop a strategic collection plan
- Implement collection practices compliant with industry regulations
- Monitor and report on collection performance and recovery rates
Response package checklist
- Completed proposal form
- Company profile and experience
- Evidence of compliance with healthcare regulations
- Proposed collection strategies and methodologies
More BidPulsar strategy notesCompliance, pricing, teaming, risks, questions, and coverage notes
Compliance notes
- Adherence to HIPAA regulations must be maintained
- Collection practices should comply with state and federal laws
Pricing strategy
- Consider a performance-based pricing model
- Include clear terms on fees associated with collections
Teaming and subs
- Consider partnerships with technology providers for data management
- Explore teaming with compliance experts to ensure regulatory adherence
Risks and watchouts
- Potential legal challenges related to debt collection practices
- Risk of damaging relationships with patients if collections are aggressive
- Importance of adhering to compliance requirements to avoid penalties
Smart questions to ask
- What specific metrics does UTMB use to evaluate collection success?
- Are there existing vendor relationships that may influence this bid?
- What is the historical data on accounts being collected?
Source coverage notes
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- Posted date is not provided
- Response deadline is not specified
- Specific performance period dates are absent
- No details on current collection practices available
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