Frisco Independent School District - Child Nutrition Supplemental Service and Maintenance Providers - RFP 895-2026-11-31 (2026)
- Due
- Dec 3, 2026
- 36 days left
- Posted
- Oct 15, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Beth Farrell
The 30-second brief
Frisco Independent School District requires supplemental services for the repair, maintenance, and servicing of commercial food service equipment and related systems used in school kitchens and cafeterias across more than 72 sites. Covered systems include refrigeration and freezer units, ice machines, hot side cooking equipment, cold side food service equipment, dishwashing machines, small kitchen equipment, commercial kitchen equipment, exhaust hood and ventilation systems, plumbing services, grease trap and grease interceptor maintenance, vending machines, walk-in coolers/freezers, and HVAC/air conditioning specifically within Child Nutrition areas. The estimated annual budget is $1,300,000 under a 1-year contract term with four 1-year renewal options. The submission deadline is December 3, 2026, with a question deadline of November 3, 2026 and notice of interest deadline of October 29, 2026. Evaluation criteria emphasize purchase price, vendor reputation and references, quality of goods/services, and extent to which needs are met.
The purchase price; market price, hourly rate, emergency rates (55 points), The reputation of the vendor and of the vendor's goods/services and references of like sized school district (10 points), The quality of the vendor's goods or services (14 points), The extent to which the goods or services meet the district's needs (15 points), The vendors' past relationship with the district (0 points), The total long-term cost to the district to acquire the vendor's goods or services (6 points), Texas principal place of business or at least 500 employees in Texas (0 points), Any other relevant factors (0 points)
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Summary
Frisco Independent School District requires supplemental services for the repair, maintenance, and servicing of commercial food service equipment and related systems used in school kitchens and cafeterias across more than 72 sites.
Covered systems include refrigeration and freezer units, ice machines, hot side cooking equipment, cold side food service equipment, dishwashing machines, small kitchen equipment, commercial kitchen equipment, exhaust hood and ventilation systems, plumbing services, grease trap and grease interceptor maintenance, vending machines, walk-in coolers/freezers, and HVAC/air conditioning specifically within Child Nutrition areas. The estimated annual budget is $1,300,000 under a 1-year contract term with four 1-year renewal options. The submission deadline is December 3, 2026, with a question deadline of November 3, 2026 and notice of interest deadline of October 29, 2026. Evaluation criteria emphasize purchase price, vendor reputation and references, quality of goods/services, and extent to which needs are met.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
The purchase price; market price, hourly rate, emergency rates (55 points), The reputation of the vendor and of the vendor's goods/services and references of like sized school district (10 points), The quality of the vendor's goods or services (14 points), The extent to which the goods or services meet the district's needs (15 points), The vendors' past relationship with the district (0 points), The total long-term cost to the district to acquire the vendor's goods or services (6 points), Texas principal place of business or at least 500 employees in Texas (0 points), Any other relevant factors (0 points)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
FISD Standard Requirements
- Submit to
- https://fisd.ionwave.net/PublicDetail.aspx?bidID=1911&SourceType=1
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Frisco, TX
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Frisco Independent School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 3, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://fisd.ionwave.net/PublicDetail.aspx?bidID=1911&SourceType=1. For questions, contact Beth Farrell.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Frisco 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 Beth Farrell. 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: "The purchase price; market price, hourly rate, emergency rates (55 points), The reputation of the vendor and of the vendor's goods/services and references of like sized school district (10 points), Th..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Frisco Independent School District?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 3, 2026, 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: FISD Standard Requirements. Review the full document from Frisco 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: Frisco, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.