IN ADDITION The Texas Register is required by statute to publish certain documents, including applications to purchase control of state banks, notices of rate ceilings, changes in interest rate and applications to install remote service units, and consultant proposal requests and awards. To aid agencies in communicating information quickly and effectively, other information of general interest to the public is published as space allows. Childlren's Trust Fund of Texas Council Request for Proposals The Children's Trust Fund of Texas Council (CTF) announces the availability of funds to establish programs to prevent child abuse and neglect under the CTF Family PRIDE initiative. The Family PRIDE (Principles, Responsibility, Integrity Discipline and Education) initiative seeks to promote an understanding of child abuse and neglect prevention through community involvement and decision-making. CTF's goal is to add 15 Family PRIDE sites each year to implement the project. Family PRIDE sites are chosen based on service needs indicators including but not limited to: child population, child poverty, teenage pregnancy, juvenile crime, school drop-out and incidence of child abuse and neglect. Geographic location and current availability of services are also considered. Proposals are being solicited for the following counties: Bell, Brooks, Cameron, Cass, Cherokee, Coleman, Crosby, Deaf Smith, Gregg, Gonzales, Jim Wells, Lampasas, Lubbock, Marion, Nueces, Red River, Travis, Trinity, Ward and Willacy. Deadline: Deadline for the submission of proposals is May 31, 1996 at 5:00 p.m. Contract Period: The contract period for funding awarded in response to the Family PRIDE Request for Proposal (RFP) is September 1, 1996-August 31, 1997. Contracts may be renewed twice for a total contract period of three years, as authorized by the CTF Council. Renewal is not automatic and renewal applications will be requested. Eligibility Criteria: To be eligible to apply for funding, an applicant must: 1. use the funds for primary or secondary child abuse and neglect prevention and not for treatment. The two funding categories are parent education and children's education. 2. be an organization in operation (i.e., registered with the Secretary of State) for a minimum of two years 3. not be a state agency-"State Agency " is defined as a board, commission, department, office or other state agency that: 4. is in the executive branch of state government, 5. was created by the constitution or a statute of this state, and 6. has statewide jurisdiction. 7. provide a cash or in-kind match equal to at least 10% of the contract funding amount for year one, 20% of the contract amount for year two and 50% of the contract amount for year three. 8. applicant agencies/organizations must be located in the 20 communities listed previously. Approved Curricula: Descriptions of approved curricula and resource persons appear in the RFP. It is required that applicants complete a form verifying contact with the curriculum owner. Alternate Curricula: If an applicant chooses to use a curriculum that is not included in the RFP, the applicant must meet requirements specified in the RFP in order to provide sufficient background information to convince a panel of experts that it has been tried and tested in appropriate settings. Information must also be provided to demonstrate that it is a model that has been proven effective. Alternate curricula must be submitted to the CTF office no later than May 3, 1996 for review. A curriculum review panel will meet to review the curricula and respond to the potential applicants no later than May 10, 1996. The curriculum will either be denied and the applicant must select from a curricula in the RFP, or the curriculum will be accepted for use and the applicant may submit a proposal. Amount of Contract Awards: Contracts will be awarded up to $50,000 per program for the first year. Evaluation and Selection: A CTF Family PRIDE Council in each site will review and select proposals to recommend to Children's Trust Fund of Texas Council for funding. The emphasis of this Request for Proposal (RFP) is on coordination and collaboration of agencies and organizations to address supporting and strengthening families together in their community. Applicants will be notified in August of the status of their request. The RFP application packet includes complete instructions, application requirements, deadline details and hours that resource staff at the Children's Trust Fund office will be available to answer questions. To Request an RFP Application Packet: If potential applicants meet the eligibility criteria as outlined previously, they may request an RFP packet by telephone, mail, or in person: 512/370-9566 (automated 24 hour line for requesting RFP packets only); Children's Trust Fund of Texas, 8929 Shoal Creek Boulevard, Suite 200, Austin, Texas 78757-6854 (Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.). Issued in Austin, Texas, on March 26, 1996. TRD-9604263 Janie D. Fields, MPA Executive Director Children's Trust Fund of Texas Council Filed: March 27, 1996 The Children's Trust Fund of Texas Council announces the availability of funds to implement a public awareness campaign on Shaken Baby Syndrome. Shaken Baby Syndrome is a serious condition caused by shaking, jerking, or jolting a baby. Often, frustrated parents or other person's responsible for a child's care think that shaking a baby is a harmless way to make the child stop crying. Shaken Baby Syndrome can result in brain damage, blindness, spinal chord injury, learning disabilities, seizures and death. Deadline: Proposals must be received no later than 5:00 p.m. on May 10, 1996. Contract Period: The contract period for funding awarded in response to the Request For Proposal is for one year beginning no earlier that June 3, 1996 and no later than September 1, 1996. Eligibility Criteria: 1. Any legally constituted entity, other than a state agency, may apply for the grant. As mandated by law, a state agency may not apply for a CTF grant. A State Agency is defined as a board, commission, department, office, or other state agency that: (a) is in the executive branch of state government (b) was created by the constitution of this state, and (c) has statewide jurisdiction Special consideration will be given to youth organizations who will comprise 50% of the grant awards. A Youth Organization is defined as a formal or informal group of youth who meet regularly under the supervision of one or more adults and within the construct of a larger organization (school, church, club, etc.) 2. The grantee must provide a cash or in-kind match equal to at least 10% of the grant amount. Amount of Contract Awards: Grants are available in the amounts of $5,000, $10,000, and $15,000 for the implementation of this campaign. Evaluation and Selection: Applicants are initially screened by CTF for eligibility and completeness using the minimum requirements stated in the RFP. Applicants are then scored by the CTF review team and funding recommendations are made to the CTF Council who make final selections. The emphasis of this Request For Proposal is on youth organizations who design creative approaches for reaching their peers and collaborating with other organizations in the community. The RFP application packet includes complete instructions, application requirements, deadline details and hours that resource staff at the Children's Trust Fund office will be available to answer questions. To Request an RFP Application Packet: Potential applicants may request an RFP packet by telephone, mail, or in person: 512/473-7151 (automated 24 hour line for requesting RFP packets only); Children's Trust Fund of Texas, 8929 Shoal Creek Boulevard, Suite 200, Austin, Texas 78757-6854 (Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.). TRD-9604263 Janie D. Fields MPA Executive Director Children's Trust Fund of Texas Council Filed: March 26, 1996 Office of Consumer Credit Commissioner Notice of Rate Ceilings The Consumer Credit Commissioner of Texas has ascertained the following rate ceilings by use of the formulas and methods described in Title 79, Texas Civil Statutes, Article 1.04, as amended (Texas Civil Statutes, Article 5069-1. 04). [graphic] Issued in Austin, Texas on March 26, 1996. TRD-9604205 Leslie L. Pettijohn Commissioner Office of Consumer Credit Commissioner Filed: March 26, 1996 Texas Department of Criminal Justice Request For Qualifications The Texas Correctional Facilities Financing Corporation (TFFC) is seeking qualifications from underwriters of municipal bonds. TFFC is contemplating the advanced refunding of certain debt of the Texas Correctional Facilities Financing Corporation, including but not limited to, series 1988 (Hayes and Wise Counties pre-release projects) and series 1991 (Liberty and Johnson Counties pre-release projects). The Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) is acquiring the projects based on a lease/purchase agreement with TFFC and will recommend the selection of underwriter(s) to TFFC. To receive the RFQ, please fax a written request to: Merriweather and Company, Timothy Merriweather, 11605 Broad Oaks Drive, Austin, Texas 78759, (512) 335- 6257, Fax (512) 335-6267. Underwriters will be selected based on the responses to the RFQ. Written response are due by 5:00 p.m., CST, April 16, 1996. Late responses will not be accepted. It is not expected that candidates will be interviewed and an underwriting group will be announced on April 23, 1996. The transaction will be undertaken as soon thereafter as market conditions permit. Issued in Austin, Texas, on March 27, 1996. TRD-9604264 Carl Reynolds General Counsel Texas Department of Criminal Justice Filed: March 27, 1996 Texas Education Agency Request for Applications Concerning Optional Extended Year Program, 1995-1996. Filing Authority. The availability of grant funds under Request for Applications (RFA) #701-95-041 is authorized under the Texas Education Code, sec.42.152(p) (relating to Compensatory Education Allotment), and sec.29.082 (relating to Optional Extended Year Program). Eligible Applicants. The Texas Education Agency (TEA) is accepting applications from public school districts in Texas identified as having a high concentration of educationally disadvantaged students to implement innovative strategies for students who are likely to be retained. School districts are eligible to apply individually or through a shared services arrangement. In addition, districts that participated in the 1994-1995 Retention Reduction Pilot Program projects are eligible to apply. This is a non-competitive RFA. All eligible districts will receive a copy of this RFA and an entitlement card. An education service center may serve as a fiscal agent of a shared services arrangement. Description. The purpose of the Optional Extended Year Program is to reduce and ultimately eliminate retention. School districts receiving grant funds under this RFA must implement an extended year program for a period not to exceed 30 instructional days. Students in kindergarten through Grade 8 who are identified as likely not to be promoted to the next grade level for the succeeding school year are eligible to participate. Dates of Project. Applicants should plan for a starting date of no earlier than May 13, 1996, and an ending date of no later than August 29, 1997. Project Amount. A total of $49 million will be awarded. Contingent on approval of the commissioner's rules for the Optional Extended Year Program, criteria for funding and selection of eligible school districts to participate in the Optional Extended Year Program as outlined in this RFA is subject to change. The tentative entitlement is based on 10% of the school district's at-risk population in kindergarten through Grade 8 as reported to the Public Education Information Management System (PEIMS). School districts will receive a per- student allocation of $670. The entitlement shall be adjusted to reflect the actual number of students participating in the program as indicated by the school district on Schedule #4A of the funding application (SAS-206). Eligible school districts shall receive a minimum entitlement of $5,500. However, the maximum entitlement will not exceed an amount that is in excess of 10% of the school district's at-risk student population for kindergarten through Grade 8. The Retention Reduction Pilot Program projects will be funded using the same formula that will be used to fund all eligible school districts participating in the Optional Extended Year Program. Selection Criteria. This is a non-competitive RFA. Only school districts that are identified as eligible to apply will receive a complete copy of RFA #701-95- 041 and an entitlement card. The TEA is not obligated to approve an application, provide funds, or endorse any application submitted in response to this RFA. This RFA does not commit TEA to pay any costs before an application is approved. The issuance of this RFA does not obligate TEA to award a grant or pay any costs incurred in preparing a response. Requesting the Application. A complete copy of RFA #701-95-041 will be mailed to eligible schools districts. All other interested individuals may obtain a copy by writing the: Texas Education Agency, Division of Accelerated Instruction, William B. Travis Building, 1701 North Congress Avenue, Austin, Texas 78701, or by calling (512) 463-9374. Please refer to the RFA number in your request. Further Information. For clarifying information about the RFA, contact Hellen Bedgood, Division of Accelerated Instruction, Texas Education Agency, (512) 463- 9374. Deadline for Receipt of Applications. Applications must be received in the Division of Accelerated Instruction, Texas Education Agency, by 5:00 p.m. (Central Standard Time), Monday, May 13, 1996, to be considered. Districts not forwarding the application in time to be received by TEA on May 13, 1996, will automatically relinquish their funds for reallocation. Issued in Austin, Texas, on March 27, 1996. TRD-9604286 Criss Cloudt Associate Commissioner for Policy Planning and Research Texas Education Agency Filed: March 27, 1996 Texas Department of Health Notice of Intent to Revoke Certificates of Registration Pursuant to Texas Regulations for Control of Radiation (TRCR), Part 13, (25 Texas Administrative Code, sec.289.112), the Bureau of Radiation Control (bureau), Texas Department of Health (department), filed complaints against the following registrants: R. A. Moran Professional Association, Winnie, R03205; Chiro-Med Management, Houston, R20699; O'Quinn Veterinary Hospital, Pinehurst, R15429; Manuel A. Martinez, Jr., M.D., P.A., Del Rio, R15432; Maples Chiropractic, Fort Worth, R16256; Care Clinic One, El Paso, R18706; Noel A. Bryan, D.V.M., Weatherford, R19939; Ballard R. Boren, D.C., Sulphur Springs, R21414; Larry B. Fowler, D.D.S., Conroe, R20694; H. R. Yeary, Laredo, R05601; America West Airlines, Phoenix, Arizona, R16254; Valley X-Ray System Incorporated, Weslaco, R19789; Vargos Dental and Biomedical Services, Las Cruces, New Mexico, R19129. The department intends to revoke the certificates of registration; order the registrants to cease and desist use of radiation machine(s); order the registrants to divest themselves of such equipment; and order the registrants to present evidence satisfactory to the bureau that they have complied with the orders and the provisions of the Health and Safety Code, Chapter 401. If the fee is paid within 30 days of the date of each complaint, the department will not issue an order. This notice affords the opportunity to the registrants for a hearing to show cause why the certificates of registration should not be revoked. A written request for a hearing must be received by the bureau within 30 days from the date of service of the complaint to be valid. Such written request must be filed with Richard A. Ratliff, P.E., Chief, Bureau of Radiation Control (Director, Radiation Control Program), 1100 West 49th Street, Austin, Texas 78756-3189. Should no request for a public hearing be timely filed or if the fee is not paid, the certificates of registration will be revoked at the end of the 30-day period of notice. A copy of all relevant material is available for public inspection at the Bureau of Radiation Control, Exchange Building, 8407 Wall Street, Austin, Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (except holidays). Issued in Austin, Texas, on March 26, 1996. TRD-9604214 Susan K. Steeg General Counsel, Office of General Counsel Texas Department of Health Filed: March 26, 1996 Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Award of Consultant Contract Under the provisions of Texas Government Code, Chapter 2254, Subchapter B, the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board announces the award of a contract to provide consulting services as described in the Request for Proposals (RFP) that was published in the January 2, 1996, issue of the Texas Register (21 TexReg 161). The consultant will perform a comprehensive evaluation of the effectiveness of the Texas Academic Skills Program (TASP) to determine the effects that the TASP Test's advising and placement policies and institutional remediation practices are having on the educational attainment of college students in Texas. The consultant is Appalachian State University, Graduate Studies and Research Office, Boone, North Carolina, 28608. The total amount of this contract shall not exceed $75,000. The contract is to begin on or about March 21, 1996 and terminate upon the Coordinating Board's acceptance of the final report on or about October 18, 1996. Issued in Austin, Texas, on March 25, 1996. TRD-9604210 James McWhorter Assistant Commissioner for Administration Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board Filed: March 26, 1996 Middle Rio Grande Development Council Requests for Proposals The Middle Rio Grande Development Council is requesting proposals from qualified audit firms for an annual financial audit of all program funds administered by the agency from July 1, 1995-June 30, 1996. The audit to be performed shall be that of general purpose financial and compliance audit guided by: the Single Audit Act of 1984 (Public Law 98-502); Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS); the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) Industry Audit Guide, Audits of State and Local Governmental Units; (AICPA) Industry Audit Guide, Audits of Certain Non-Profit Organizations; Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) Statement of Positions 80-2, Accounting and Financial Reporting by Government Units; OMB Circulars A-21, A-50, A-87, A-102, A-122, A-128, and A-133; OMB's Compliance Supplement for Single Audits of State and Local Governments; Texas Department of Commerce JTPA Financial Management Manual; and all other applicable MRGDC fund source, Financial Management Manuals. A contract to perform the audit will be awarded on the basis of the audit firm's experience, competence, knowledge and qualifications in auditing agencies receiving state and federal funds, and on the reasonableness of the proposed fee for the audit services, consistent with the scope of services and evaluation criteria contained in the Request for Proposal packet. The Middle Rio Grande Development Council shall reserve the option to renegotiate with the selected firm for future audits services for Fiscal Year 1996-1997 and Fiscal Year 1997- 1998. Audit firms interested in submitting a proposal may contact Ramon S. Johnston, Deputy Director of Administration at (210) 876-3533 for a copy of the RFP Packet. All proposals must be received by 10:00 a.m., Monday, April 8, 1996, at the MRGDC Central Office, 1904 North First Street-P.O. Box 1199, Carrizo Springs, Texas 78834. The Middle Rio Grande Development Council is an equal opportunity employer and auxiliary aids and services may be made available upon request to individuals with disabilities. For information please contact our VOICE or TDD telephone (210) 876-3533. Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUBs) are encouraged to submit bid quotations. The Middle Rio Grande Development Council reserves the right to accept and/or reject any or all proposals received and/or negotiate with all responsive firms. Issued in Austin, Texas, on March 20, 1996. TRD-9604078 Ramon S. Johnston Deputy Director of Administration Middle Rio Grande Development Council Filed: March 25, 1996 Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission Extension of Comment Period In the March 19, 1996, issue of the Texas Register (21 TexReg 2323), the Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission (TNRCC) published a Notice of Availability and Request for Comments on a Proposed Natural Resource Damages Consent Decree and Restoration Plan. The deadline for receipt of written comments was published as April 8, 1996, but should have been April 19, 1996, to allow commenters 30 days to compile and submit comments. Comments should be submitted in writing to Richard Seiler, of the TNRCC, MC 142, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087. For further information please contact Richard Seiler at (512) 239-2523. Issued in Austin, Texas, on March 26, 1996. TRD-9604262 Kevin McCalla Director, Legal Services Division Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission Filed: March 26, 1996 Request for Nominations to Consider An Appointment to the Municipal Solid Waste Management and Resource Recovery Advisory Council The Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission (TNRCC), is soliciting nominations for an individual from a solid waste management organization, composed primarily of commercial landfill operators, to serve on the Municipal Solid Waste Management and Resource Recovery Advisory Council. The term will expire August 31, 2001. The appointment will be made by the TNRCC Commissioners. The Municipal Solid Waste Management and Resource Recovery Advisory Council was mandated by the 69th Legislature (1983) and is composed of 17 members representing various segments of the regulated community; i.e., city and county solid waste agencies, commercial solid waste landfill operator, solid waste districts/authorities, environmental groups, city and county officials, tire processors, financial community, and the general public. The Council reviews and evaluates the effect of state policies and programs on municipal solid waste management; makes recommendations to the TNRCC Commissioners on matters relating to municipal solid waste management; recommends legislation to the Commissioners to encourage the efficient management of municipal solid waste; recommends policies to the Commissioners for the use, allocation, or distribution of the planning fund; and recommends to the Commissioners special studies and projects to further the effectiveness of municipal solid waste management and recovery for the state of Texas. Council meetings are held a minimum of four times per year and committee meetings as needed. The meetings usually last two full days and are held in Austin, Texas. Members are not reimbursed for expenses incurred to attend meetings and do not receive financial compensation. The TNRCC Commissioners invite nominations for this position. Before nominating an individual, please confirm that the person meets the qualifications. Each nomination should include a biographical summary which includes the individual's education, experience, and qualifications. A letter from each nominee should be included stating his/her agreement to serve if appointed. Written nominations are to be received in the TNRCC Municipal Solid Waste Division by 5:00 p.m., April 30, 1996. Nominations should be directed to: Gary W. Trim, Special Programs Director, Municipal Solid Waste Division, TNRCC, P.O. Box 13087, MC 124, Austin, Texas 78711-3087. Questions regarding the Municipal Solid Waste Management and Resource Recovery Advisory Council can be directed to Mr. Trim at (512) 239-6708. Issued in Austin, Texas, on March 27, 1996. TRD-9604265 Kevin McCalla Director, Legal Division Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission Filed: March 27, 1996 Request for Proposal This Request for Proposals (RFP) is filed pursuant to the Government Code, Chapter 2254, Subchapter B, that delineates the statutory requirements governing the use of private consultants by state agencies. Overview. The Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission (TNRCC) is requesting proposals from qualified companies/organizations to provide consulting services relating to business process reengineering/improvement and evaluation and selection of emissions inventory information management systems. In accord with the recommendations made in a document titled, "Information Systems Strategic Plan for the TNRCC Office of Air Quality", EDS/Radian, April 1995 (copies are available both in the TNRCC and Texas State libraries) the Emissions Inventory (EI) Section of the TNRCC is exploring available options for information management systems to support its operating functions of emissions inventory data collection and management. Paired with this evaluation of alternatives is the review of current operating processes and practices with the goals of improving those processes and relating them to a contractor recommended information management system. Scope of Work. The objective of this request for proposals is to obtain the services of a contractor qualified to render services in two fields. The potential contractor shall be capable of rendering a specific type of management service variously called business process reengineering, business improvement, or business re-tooling. The potential contractor should have a developed methodology and experience in guiding other similar operating entities through the steps of assessing and redesigning work processes and organizational structure. Additionally, the potential contractor shall be capable of assessing information technology needs, developing user requirements specifications, and evaluating and assisting in the selection of emissions inventory information management systems software packages. The purpose of this initiative is to obtain the assistance of qualified professionals to evaluate and make recommendations about the emissions inventory information management system options available to the Emissions Inventory (EI) Section of the TNRCC. Further, proposals of services are being solicited to gain the assistance of a qualified professional to guide the EI Section in the development of work flow processes and organizational structure that will optimize the section's productivity, efficiency, and effectiveness in concert with the recommended emissions inventory information management system. Any contract or contracts arising from the circulation of this request for proposals will be funded from the operating budget of the Air Quality Planning Division, the ultimate source of which is the Air Fund. Procedure for Selecting Consultant. Proposal requirements will be set forth more fully in a "Request for Proposals: Business Process Retooling and Other Services Related to the Selection of a Vendor of Emissions Inventory Information Management Systems." ormation Proposals will be evaluated on the basis of the following criteria: technical strategy and approach including schedule for deliverables-30%; demonstrated ability and experience to perform the study-25%; demonstrated understanding of requirements and goals of this study-15%; qualifications and references of assigned personnel-10%; itemized budget-10%; and reasonableness of the fee (cost-effectiveness of the proposal)-10%. Proposal Closing. Responses must be received no later than 3:00 p. m., May 3, 1996. Responses received after this date and time will not be considered. We anticipate entering into the contract within two weeks of the proposal closing date. The successful proposer will be notified by telephone and/or fax. Disclosure by Former Employees of a State Agency. Any individual who responds to this RFP and offers consulting services to the TNRCC by submitting a proposal, and who has been employed by the TNRCC, or by another agency of the state at any time during the two years preceding the making of the offer shall disclose such facts in the proposal: the agency name, the date of termination of the employment, and the annual rate of compensation for the employment at the time of resignation. The TNRCC reserves the right to accept or reject any, or all, proposals submitted in response to this request and to negotiate modifications necessary to improve the quality or cost effectiveness of any offer received. TNRCC is under no legal obligation to enter into a contract with any proposer on the basis of this request and intends any material provided herein only as a means of identifying the scope of services requested. The TNRCC assumes no responsibility for expenses incurred in preparing a proposal response to this solicitation. Obtaining Request for Proposal. Copies of the RFP may be obtained in any of the following manners: by sending a regular or certified letter, telefax, express/overnight letter (including a self-addressed, prepaid return envelope) requesting a copy to: Mike Fishburn, Emissions Inventory (MC-164), Re: BPR/Information Management Project, Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087, telefax: (512) 239-1515. Please address all responses to the RFP to this same address. Issued in Austin, Texas, on March 27, 1996. TRD-9604299 Kevin McCalla Director, Legal Division Texas Natural Resource Conservation Commission Filed: March 27, 1996 Texas Department of Protective and Regulatory Services Request for Proposals-Statewide Guardianship Services The Texas Department of Protective and Regulatory Services (PRS), Adult Protective Services (APS) is seeking to contract for guardianship services statewide, excluding Bexar, Tarrant, El Paso, Dallas, and Travis Counties. Service Description: Serve as guardian for Adult Protective Services (APS) clients, who are incapacitated as defined by Probate Code, sec.601, and for whom no one is willing or able to serve as guardian. These clients include elderly persons and adults with disabilities who are in a state of abuse, neglect, or exploitation that would be remedied by guardianship and children in need of guardians who are aging out of Child Protective Services (CPS) conservatorship on their 18th birthdays. Services purchased include application for guardianship and provision for the care, control, and protection of the ward and/or his estate, assessment, service plan development, accessing services, monitoring the status of wards, ensuring that wards' needs for food, shelter, clothing, medical and psychiatric care, if needed, are met using the funds of the estate, and managing the estate. Vendor must conduct a criminal background check and check with PRS regarding validated perpetrator status of any prospective or existing employees and volunteers who will have access to the wards referred by PRS; meet Probate Code requirements; comply with state and federal licensing and certification requirements, health and safety standards, and PRS APS requirements; and obtain and furnish proof of bonding and insurance coverage. Clients may have a number of diagnoses and problems including physical disabilities, dementia, mental illness, mental retardation, related conditions, and severe behavior problems. Background: The contractor must ensure that the ward has access to a safe, clean environment, has access to assistance in performing basic life functions, including bathing, grooming, feeding, exercising, dressing, toileting, transfer/ambulating and medication administration as needed, has access to regular nutritious meals, has access to any needed medical, psychiatric, habilitative and other services, has access to appropriate social and recreational activities, has well-managed finances, has appropriate supervision as needed, is involved in decisions concerning his welfare to the extent possible depending on the ward's condition, and is maintained in the least restrictive manner, using estate funds and accessing available public funds on behalf of the ward. Funding and Term: PRS expenditures for procuring guardianship services will not exceed $410,000 annually. Funding will be dependent upon available appropriations that PRS has allocated to these services. The effective dates of any contract awarded will be September 1, 1996 through August 31, 1998. Guardianship services will be provided to approximately 200 clients/wards statewide. The Department prefers a contract for services throughout the state excluding Bexar, Tarrant, El Paso, Dallas, and Travis Counties; however, bidders may submit a bid for services for less than the entire state so long as the following counties are included: Midland, Ector, Howard, Pecos, Reeves, Ward, Dawson, Andrews, Fisher, Jones, Shackelford, Stephens, Mitchell, Nolan, Taylor, Callahan, Eastland, Coke, Runnels, Coleman, Brown, Tom Green, Comanche, Upton, Gaines, McCulloch, Terrell, Martin, Carne, Denton, Collin, Hunt, Grayson, Ellis, Navarro, Bowie, Gregg, Hopkins, Smith, Upshur, Harrison, Titus, Jefferson, Cherokee, Anderson, Lamar, Red River, Rusk, Wood, Orange, Harrison, Polk, Liberty, Cherokee, Anderson, Lamar, Red River, Rusk, Wood, Orange, Hardin, Polk, Liberty, Montgomery, Chambers, Lampasas, Williamson, Hays, Blanco, Caldwell, Fayette, Bastrop, Lee, Washington, Bell, Milam, Comal, Guadalupe, Kerr, Starr, Hidalgo, Cameron, Willacy, Nueces, Webb, and Jim Wells. Eligible Applicants: Entities having a minimum of one year experience serving aged and/or disabled individuals. Historically underutilized businesses, public or private profit, or nonprofit agencies with demonstrated knowledge, competence, and qualifications in performing these services are encouraged to apply. Process: Offerors must submit their proposals to the Department prior to 4:00 p.m., May 17, 1996. It is expected that a contract will be issued by September 1, 1996. Responsive proposals will be reviewed and ranked by a group of Department employees and other individuals with knowledge of guardianship services. The Department may reject all bids at its discretion. Negotiations may be entered into with a number of the qualified bidders. Contact Person: The complete Request for Proposal instructions can be obtained by contacting Robert Morris, Contract System Administrator, Mail Code, E-672, Texas Department of Protective and Regulatory Services, P.O. Box 149030, Austin, Texas 78714-9030. Issued in Austin, Texas, on March 26, 1996. TRD-9604219 Deborah L. Churchill Supervising Attorney Texas Department of Protective and Regulatory Services Filed: March 26, 1996 Public Utility Commission of Texas Notices of Application for Waiver of Public Utility Commission Substantive Rule 23.45(b) Notice is given to the public of filing with the Public Utility Commission of Texas an application on March 15, 1996, for approval of a waiver of the requirements of Public Utility Commission Substantive Rule 23.45(b) pursuant to the Public Utility Regulatory Act (PURA), Texas Civil Statutes, Article 1446c-0, sec.1.101, and sec.3.051(b) (Vernon Supp. 96). The following is a summary of the application. Docket Title and Number: Application of EagleNet, Inc. for Waiver of the Requirements of Public Utility Commission Substantive Rule 23.45(b) Regarding Due Date of Monthly Bill for Utility Service. Docket Number 15524. The Application: EagleNet, Inc. serves approximately 5553 member subscribers in the State of Oklahoma and approximately 43 subscribers located in the State of Texas. EagleNet, Inc. seeks a waiver of the requirements of Rule 23.45(b) which requires that the due date of a bill for utility service shall be not less than 16 days after issuance. Their current billing procedure requires that bills are due 15 days after mailing and past due 16 days after mailing. Persons who wish to intervene in the proceeding or comment upon action sought, should contact the Public Utility Commission of Texas, 7800 Shoal Creek Boulevard, Austin, Texas, 78757, or call the Public Utility Commission Consumer Affairs Section at (512) 458-0223, or (512) 458-0221 for teletypewriter for the deaf on or before April 22, 1996. Issued in Austin, Texas, on March 26, 1996. TRD-9604211 Paula Mueller Secretary of the Commission Public Utility Commission of Texas Filed: March 26, 1996 Notice is given to the public of filing with the Public Utility Commission of Texas an application on March 15, 1996, for approval of a waiver of the requirements of Public Utility Commission Substantive Rule 23.45(b) pursuant to the Public Utility Regulatory Act (PURA), Texas Civil Statutes, Article 1446c-0, sec.1.101, and sec.3.051(b) (Vernon Supp. 96). The following is a summary of the application. Docket Title and Number: Application of Panhandle Telephone Cooperative, Inc. for Waiver of the Requirements of Public Utility Commission Substantive Rule 23.45(b) Regarding Due Date of Monthly Bill for Utility Service. Docket Number 15525. The Application: Panhandle Telephone Cooperative, Inc. serves approximately 8,887 member subscribers in the State of Oklahoma and approximately 199 subscribers located in the State of Texas. Panhandle seeks a waiver of the requirements of Rule 23.45(b) which requires that the due date of a bill for utility service shall be not less than 16 days after issuance. Their current billing procedure requires that bills are due 15 days after mailing and past due 16 days after mailing. Persons who wish to intervene in the proceeding or comment upon action sought, should contact the Public Utility Commission of Texas, 7800 Shoal Creek Boulevard, Austin, Texas, 78757, or call the Public Utility Commission Consumer Affairs Section at (512) 458-0223, or (512) 458-0221 for teletypewriter for the deaf on or before April 10, 1996. Issued in Austin, Texas, on March 27, 1996. TRD-9604303 Paula Mueller Secretary of the Commission Public Utility Commission of Texas Filed: March 27, 1996 Notice of Intent to File Pursuant to Public Utility Commission Substantive Rule 23.27 Notice is given to the public of the intent to file with the Public Utility Commission of Texas an application pursuant to Public Utility Commission Substantive Rule 23.27 for approval of customer-specific PLEXAR-Custom Service for Harris County in Houston, Texas. Tariff Title and Number. Application of Southwestern Bell Telephone Company for PLEXAR-Custom Service for Harris County in Houston, Texas. Pursuant to Public Utility Commission Substantive Rule 23.27. Tariff Control Number 15533. The Application. Southwestern Bell Telephone Company is requesting approval of a new PLEXAR-Custom service for Harris County. The geographic service market for this specific service is the Houston, Texas area. Persons who wish to comment upon the action sought should contact the Public Utility Commission of Texas, at 7800 Shoal Creek Boulevard, Austin, Texas 78757, or call the Public Utility Commission Consumer Affairs Division at (512) 458- 0256, or (512) 458-0221 for teletypewriter for the deaf. Issued in Austin, Texas on March 25, 1996. TRD-9604088 Paula Mueller Secretary of the Commission Public Utility Commission of Texas Filed: March 25, 1996 Notice is given to the public of the intent to file with the Public Utility Commission of Texas an application on March 29, 1996, pursuant to Public Utility Commission Substantive Rule 23.27 for approval of a customer- specific contract to provide AdProof Service to GTE Directories. Tariff Title and Number: Application of GTE Southwest Incorporated for Approval of a Customer-Specific Contract to Provide AdProof Service to GTE Directories Pursuant to Public Utility Commission Substantive Rule 23.27. Tariff Control Number 15535. The Application: GTE Southwest Incorporated seeks approval of a customer- specific contract to provide AdProof Service to GTE Directories. This service provides the customer "proof of value" of advertising dollars spent. GTE proposes to offer these services to the business operations of GTE Directories at the Dallas/Fort Worth Airport. Persons who wish to comment upon the action sought should contact the Public Utility Commission of Texas, 7800 Shoal Creek Boulevard, Austin, Texas, 78757, or call the Public Utility Commission Consumer Affairs Section at (512) 458- 0223, or (512) 458-0221 for teletypewriter for the deaf. Issued in Austin, Texas, on March 27, 1996. TRD-9604305 Paula Mueller Secretary of the Commission Public Utility Commission of Texas Filed: March 27, 1996 Notice is given to the public of the intent to file with the Public Utility Commission of Texas an application on March 29, 1996, pursuant to Public Utility Commission Substantive Rule 23.27 for approval of a customer-specific contract for billing and collection services for certain GTE Operating Companies. Tariff Title and Number: Application of Southwestern Bell Telephone Company for Approval of a Customer-Specific Contract for Billing and Collection Services with GTE Operating Companies Pursuant to Public Utility Commission Substantive Rule 23.27. Tariff Control Number 15534. The Application: Southwestern Bell Telephone Company seeks approval of a customer-specific billing and collection services contract with the GTE Operating Companies listed in Schedule A, Exhibit 1. The services pursuant to the customer-specific contract will be offered anywhere within the state of Texas where the GTE Operating Companies provide services to Southwestern Bell end user customers. Persons who wish to comment upon the action sought should contact the Public Utility Commission of Texas, 7800 Shoal Creek Boulevard, Austin, Texas, 78757, or call the Public Utility Commission Consumer Affairs Section at (512) 458- 0223, or (512) 458-0221 for teletypewriter for the deaf. Issued in Austin, Texas, on March 27, 1996. TRD-9604304 Paula Mueller Secretary of the Commission Public Utility Commission of Texas Filed: March 27, 1996 State Securities Board Correction of Error The State Securities Board proposed new 7 TAC sec.sec.129.1-129.9, concerning administrative guidelines for registration of asset-backed securities. The proposal appeared in the March 19, 1996, Texas Register (21 TexReg 2087-2095). Due to errors by the Texas Register a superfluous space was left in sec.129.5(e)(6) as follows: "...sec.129.4(d) (1)(C)...". This should read "... sec.129.4(d)(1)(C)...". In sec.129.8(a)(2) the reference to paragraph (1) should not be indented nor printed on a separate line. The entire paragraph should be printed together as follows: "(2) Notwithstanding the requirements of paragraph (1) of this subsection, the sponsor or servicer may...." The Board adopted new 7 TAC sec.139.17, concerning offers disseminated through the Internet. The adoption appeared in the March 19, 1996, Texas Register (21 TexReg 2226). Due to an error by the Texas Register the certification statement was misprinted. It should read as follows: "This agency hereby certifies that the adoption has been reviewed by legal counsel and found to be a valid exercise of the agency's legal authority." Due to an error by the Texas Register the name of the agency's certifying official was misspelled. The correct spelling is Denise Voigt Crawford.