Alief Independent School District Restaurant and Catering Services RFP 2342 2027
Alief Independent School DistrictSchool · Houston, TX- Due
- Aug 31, 2027
- 293 days left
- Posted
- Jun 16, 2023
- Contract term
- 4 years
- Primary contact
- Joseph Petry
- (281) 988-3188
The 30-second brief
Alief Independent School District is seeking qualified vendors to provide restaurant and catering services for use throughout the District, creating a pool of qualified vendors to provide on-site services including meal planning, meal service, box lunches, food trucks, meal delivery, and meal set-up and clean-up. Contract award will be made to multiple vendors on an ongoing basis until the submission deadline of August 31, 2027 at 2:00 PM CDT. The initial contract term is four years beginning September 1, 2023 and ending August 31, 2027. Vendors awarded under this contract will be solicited directly by individual campuses or departments. Electronic submission is required. Questions must be submitted electronically through the portal questions tab by August 15, 2027.
Purchase price, reputation of the vendor, quality of goods or services, extent to which goods or services meet district needs, past relationship, impact on historically underutilized businesses, total long-term cost, business location and employment in Texas
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Summary
Alief Independent School District is seeking qualified vendors to provide restaurant and catering services for use throughout the District, creating a pool of qualified vendors to provide on-site services including meal planning, meal service, box lunches, food trucks, meal delivery, and meal set-up and clean-up.
Contract award will be made to multiple vendors on an ongoing basis until the submission deadline of August 31, 2027 at 2:00 PM CDT. The initial contract term is four years beginning September 1, 2023 and ending August 31, 2027. Vendors awarded under this contract will be solicited directly by individual campuses or departments. Electronic submission is required. Questions must be submitted electronically through the portal questions tab by August 15, 2027.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
8- Purchase price
- Reputation of the vendor
- Quality of goods or services
- Extent to which goods or services meet district needs
- Past relationship
- Impact on historically underutilized businesses
- Total long-term cost
- Business location and employment in Texas
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Picture or Scan of Food Dealer Permit and/or Mobile Food Unit Medallion, Picture or Scan of Owner or Operator's Food Service Manager Certificate, Form W-9, 1295 Form or Evidence of Exemption, Menu/Price List, Participating Restaurants List
- Submit to
- https://aliefisd.ionwave.net/PublicDetail.aspx?bidID=1548&SourceType=1
- Scope location
- Houston, TX
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Alief Independent School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 31, 2027. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://aliefisd.ionwave.net/PublicDetail.aspx?bidID=1548&SourceType=1. For questions, contact Joseph Petry.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Alief Independent School District in TX, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Joseph Petry at (281) 988-3188. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Purchase price, reputation of the vendor, quality of goods or services, extent to which goods or services meet district needs, past relationship, impact on historically underutilized businesses, total..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Alief Independent School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Alief Independent School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Alief Independent School District regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 4 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of August 31, 2027, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Picture or Scan of Food Dealer Permit and/or Mobile Food Unit Medallion, Picture or Scan of Owner or Operator's Food Service Manager Certificate, Form W-9, 1295 Form or Evidence of Exemption, Menu/Pri. Review the full document from Alief Independent School District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Houston, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.