San Antonio hospital bids: University Health and UT Health
The two big public health systems in San Antonio both post solicitations on Bonfire. Here's how to get on their lists.
Updated October 22, 2026 from the BidLasso daily digest run
University Health (Bexar County Hospital District)
University Health's Vendor Program page says its Supply Chain Management team buys supplies, equipment and services, and that it uses a Bonfire procurement portal to register vendors, send notices and take bids and proposals digitally.
- Registration is free. Pick the NAICS codes that match your business; solicitations are matched to vendors with the same codes.
- Once registered and approved, you're invited to matching opportunities, and you can also watch the portal directly.
- University Health says it encourages small and locally owned businesses to take part. Questions go to [email protected].
UT Health San Antonio
UT Health San Antonio's Competitive Bids page says it moved to the Bonfire procurement portal.
- Open bids are under the Open Public Opportunities tab. Free registration is required to submit.
- Choose NIGP codes to get notices. UT Health suggests listing the 3-digit class code for the best match.
- Facilities and construction bids have their own contact on that page, along with UT's construction conditions and the prevailing wage rates that apply.
Private hospitals and big health projects
Private systems don't use public bid boards. For their buildings, the work flows through the general contractor. One early public signal: in Texas, building projects with an estimated construction cost of $50,000 or more must be registered with TDLR under the Architectural Barriers program (TABS), which lists the project and owner before construction.
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Questions
How do I bid on University Health work?
Register for free on University Health's Bonfire procurement portal and pick the NAICS codes for your business. University Health says this has been its only site for vendor registration, solicitations and proposals since January 1, 2023.
How do I bid on UT Health San Antonio work?
UT Health San Antonio lists competitive bids on its Bonfire portal under Open Public Opportunities. Free registration is required to submit. It suggests choosing 3-digit NIGP class codes for the best notices. Its Supply Chain page lists a contact for facilities and construction bids.
Do private hospitals post public bids?
Private hospital systems are not public agencies, so they don't post on public bid boards the same way. Their construction work is usually bid privately, often through the general contractor the owner hires. Watch for the GC's subcontractor bid invitations instead.
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