CGI Secures Cooperative Contract with Texas Department of Information Resources
CGI Inc. (NYSE: GIB), a leading independent technology and professional services firm, has announced the acquisition of a significant contract with the Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR). This contract will enable CGI to provide commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) software and associated services to both state and local government entities through DIR's Cooperative Contracts Program.
Key Solutions Offered Under the Contract
Through this new cooperative contract, CGI aims to facilitate digital transformation, enhance data integration, and improve citizen engagement across Texas’s public sector. Specific solutions included in the contract are:
- CGI Advantage®: A SaaS enterprise resource planning (ERP) solution that bolsters essential government functions such as finance, human resources, budgeting, and procurement.
- CGI Transcend™: A SaaS case management solution particularly tailored for health and human services agencies, promoting enhanced service delivery, collaboration, and data-driven decision-making.
Additionally, CGI will provide a comprehensive suite of related services, which includes implementation, configuration, project management, business analysis, and technical support.
Immediate Benefits for Texas Government Agencies
This contract is effective immediately, allowing eligible public sector organizations to acquire CGI's tailored software and services directly through DIR. Eligible entities encompass:
- Texas state agencies
- Local governments
- Public education institutions
- Other public entities within Texas
- Eligible public entities outside the state with cooperative purchasing agreements with DIR
It is important to note that resellers are not included in this contract.
Commitment to Innovation in Texas
Jaclyn Beerens, Vice-President of Consulting Services at CGI, highlighted the firm's dedication to the state, stating, “CGI is deepening its long-standing partnership with the State of Texas through this DIR cooperative contract. Texas has been at the forefront of government innovation, and we're committed to supporting that leadership. With CGI Advantage and CGI Transcend, we're helping Texas agencies modernize their operations, enhance transparency and deliver the efficient, constituent-focused services that Texans expect and deserve.”
About CGI
Founded in 1976, CGI is one of the largest independent technology and professional services firms globally, boasting a workforce of approximately 94,000 professionals. CGI offers an extensive portfolio that ranges from strategic IT consulting to systems integration and managed IT services. In Fiscal 2025, CGI reported a revenue of CA$15.91 billion. The company's shares are publicly traded on the NYSE as GIB and on the TSX as GIB.A.
About the Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR)
The Texas Department of Information Resources strives to enhance the state's technology strategy, safeguard state technology infrastructure, and provide innovative, cost-effective solutions for all government levels. More information about DIR can be found at www.dir.texas.gov.
Contact Information
For further details regarding this contract and CGI’s offerings, visit CGI's official site.