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HUB FAQ's
| Q. | Who does the State of Texas consider a HUB vendor? |
| A. | A HUB is a vendor who operates a business in Texas and is 51% or more owned by a minority or woman. |
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| Q. | How much money is needed to be a certified HUB vendor? |
| A. | The HUB application is free. |
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| Q. | Where do I mail my HUB application? |
| A. | The HUB application is mailed to the Texas Building and Procurement Commission. The address is on the application. |
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| Q. | How longs does the HUB application take to process? |
| A. | The HUB application takes about 60 days to process. |
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| Q. | Once I am HUB certified, am I certified for life? |
| A. | No, you must renew your HUB certification annually. The TBPC will send a renewal notification prior to the expiration. |
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| Q. | Does HUB certification automatically list my business on the CMBL? |
| A. | No, a separate application for CMBL listing is needed. |
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| Q. | Is the CMBL application free, like the HUB application? |
| A. | No, there is a $100 fee for being listed on the CMBL. |
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| Q. | Are state agencies and institutions of higher education required to buy from a HUB vendor. |
| A. | No, state agencies and institution of higher education are required to show a good faith effort with solicitation and contracting with HUB vendors. |
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