INTERLOCAL AGREEMENTS.
Membership – Hutto ISD is a member in good standing of the Central Texas Purchasing Alliance (CTPA), an alliance of over 40 school districts in Texas representing over a million students, sharing information, services, and contractual opportunities. CTPA is an alliance created in accordance with Section 791.001 of the Texas Government Code through interlocal agreements. For a list of current members, go to www.txctpa.org/memberlist.
Adoption of Awards Contracts – In support of this collaborative effort, awards made by Hutto ISD may be adopted by other active CTPA member districts. By adopting a contract from another CTPA member district, the adopting district has met the competitive bidding requirement established by the Texas Education Code, Section 44.031 (a)(4) and as required by the adopting district's policies. There is no obligation on either party to participate unless both parties agree. The goods and services provided under the contract will be at the same or better contract pricing and purchase terms established by the originating district.
Adopted Contract Management – The District shall be responsible for the management of the adopted contract and all payments to the contracted vendor. The originating district shall have no responsibilities under the adopted contract agreement.
