FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get to the Procurement Department Office?

  • The Procurement Department Office is located at 2606 Boca Chica Blvd., Brownsville, Texas.

What are your office hours?

  • The Procurement Department Office is open from 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays. Vendors are highly recommended to call for an appointment to see a member of staff to ensure that staff will be available.

How do I register my company as a Housing Authority of the City of Brownsville, Texas (HACB) vendor?

  • Suppliers are encouraged to register themselves by visiting the electronic vendor registration page.

How do I contact HACB departments to introduce my company?

  • Vendors should contact the Procurement Department before contacting other HACB departments.

What is the HACB’s bidding process?

  • The HACB participates in the competitive bid process for all goods and services.  Please visit the Bidding Procedures page for additional information.

How do I obtain copies of bid specifications?

Request for bid/proposal documents may be obtained through any of the following methods:

  • Download from the Current Bids page (if documents are available for download)
  • Contact the Housing Authority of the City of Brownsville Procurement Department Office at (956) 541-8315 ext.1536 or at kamador@hacb.us
  • Pick up at 2606 Boca Chica Blvd., Brownsville, Texas 78521, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

How do I register as a Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) vendor with the State of Texas?