Welcome to TxSmartBuy
New Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts Online Ordering System
System Announcements
Notice of Password Resets for TxSmartBuy
We have implemented some security enhancements for TxSmartBuy that include new password complexity requirements. All Purchasers will be required to reset their TxSmartBuy passwords on Monday, June 1. When you attempt to login to TxSmartBuy, you will be prompted to change your password.
Please make note of the following new password requirements:
- Passwords must contain both an uppercase letter and a number.
- Password must be at least 8 characters long.
- Passwords will expire every 90 days.
- Account will be locked out after 6 failed log in attempts within 10 minutes.
- Any previous passwords may not be used.
The following two system upgrades were released Monday, April 20th:
- Java plug-in upgraded from Version 6 Release 7 to Version 6 Release 13: This plug-in is used for purchase order viewing, changes, and cancellations. Release 13 addresses blocked viewing or saving of PDF version of purchase orders and resolves security concerns recently referenced by DIR. Many users already have Release 13. If you need to upgrade, you will be prompted to install the software using the same steps as Release 7, which may require IT administrative access.
- New “Invoice Location” Field: Allows users to send invoice to a different location than delivery location. Field was added to the screen within Oracle where you select delivery location and submit your purchase order. If field is left blank, system will use the default invoice location mapping.
Who can use the system?
- State and local government employees can search TxSmartBuy for items they need. Anyone can look at items offered in the system.
- State agency purchasers and local government purchasers who belong to the State of Texas CO-OP can place orders in the system.
- Login information for purchasers will be sent directly via e-mail from the Comptroller’s Office between December 22 and January 9, 2009. Purchasers can request access from your primary contact: State Agencies CO-OP Members
- Local Governments: Become a State of Texas CO-OP member and get access to TxSmartBuy
System Benefits
- Easily search and browse contractor e-catalogs for price and product information.
- Use comparison tool to review price and product details side by side for best value.
- Contractors receive purchase orders immediately—no waiting!
View a demo to learn how to: Search items, Compare items, Create a wish list of items
