Best Value- and Qualifications-Based Procurement Training

The Contract Services Division manages the training requirements for employees involved with best value-based contracts, including scientific services, right of way acquisition, and real estate appraisal contracts. A list of the mandatory training courses for these employees is located on the Contract Services Crossroads Page under the .
The Professional Engineering Procurement Services (PEPS) Division manages the training requirements for employees involved with qualifications-based contracts, including engineering, architecture, and survey contracts. A list of the mandatory training courses for each employee is based on the role that the employee is performing.
Employees subject to TxDOT’s professional and scientific services training requirements must complete the required training as soon as possible when assigned their role, and at least every five years thereafter. Each District and Division is responsible for tracking their employees’ compliance with these training requirements.