Central Health — the essentials
- Where bids post
- BidNet Direct
- How to submit
- Electronically through BidNet
- Registration
- Free pre-registration on BidNet Direct
- Vendor list
- CHPurchasing@centralhealth.net
- Small-business program
- Historically Underutilized Business (HUB)
Central Health is the public hospital district serving Travis County. It funds and contracts for healthcare and a wide range of supporting goods and services — facilities, professional services, technology, and more — making it a buyer many Austin businesses overlook simply because they don't know it bids separately from the city and county.
Where Central Health bids are posted
Central Health uses BidNet Direct for its procurements — the same platform as Travis County, so one BidNet account can cover both. Vendors pre-register on BidNet at no charge to be electronically notified of opportunities and to submit proposals. You can also email CHPurchasing@centralhealth.net to be added to Central Health's vendor list, and the district's Purchasing page outlines current processes.
The HUB program
Central Health runs a Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) program with procedures designed to encourage participation by minority-owned and women-owned businesses. If your firm qualifies — or holds a State of Texas HUB certification or City of Austin MBE/WBE certification — flagging that status can strengthen your position on Central Health solicitations. It pairs naturally with City of Austin SMBR certification, which is free and quick to obtain.
The overlooked buyer. Because Central Health shares BidNet with the county, its opportunities are easy to miss in the noise. Set your BidNet categories carefully so its postings don't get buried in county alerts.
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Tips for winning Central Health work
- Reuse your BidNet account from Travis County — one registration covers both.
- Get on the vendor list directly by emailing CHPurchasing@centralhealth.net.
- Document your HUB/MBE/WBE status so it's ready to attach to proposals.
- Submit electronically and early through BidNet before the deadline.
Frequently asked questions
Where does Central Health post bids?
On BidNet Direct. Pre-register for free to get notifications and submit proposals, or email CHPurchasing@centralhealth.net to join the vendor list.
What is the Central Health HUB program?
A Historically Underutilized Business program with procedures to encourage minority-owned and women-owned business participation in Central Health procurements.
Is this the same system as Travis County?
Yes — both use BidNet Direct, so a single account works for both. For alerts filtered to what fits your trade, join the BidScout waitlist.