Galena Park Independent School District - Photography Services - RFP 27-005 (2026)
Galena Park Independent School DistrictSchool · Houston, TX- Due
- Nov 12, 2026
- 11 days left
- Posted
- Oct 15, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Buyer
- (832) 386-1223
The 30-second brief
Galena Park Independent School District is soliciting proposals for RFP 27-005 Photography Services for PK-12 campuses, including school day pictures, fine arts, athletics, student group photography, and special event photographers. Services encompass individual student portraits, administrative staff headshots, class groups, student ID card generation, large student group photographs, roster portraits for all seasonal sports across Varsity, Junior Varsity, and Freshman tiers, senior panoramic photographs, yearbook photographs, prom photography, and high school graduations. The contract initial term is one year with options to renew for up to two additional one-year terms for a maximum duration of three years. Proposals are due by November 12, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST, with a question deadline of November 5, 2026. Submissions may be submitted via the GPISD eBid System or manually to the Purchasing Department at 14705 Woodforest Blvd., Houston, TX 77015.
Price: 30 Points, Reputation of Vendor and of Vendor’s goods and/or services: 20 Points, Quality of Vendor’s goods and/or services: 20 Points, Extent to which the goods and/or services meet GPISD’s needs: 10 Points, Vendor’s past relationship with GPISD: 10 Points, Total long-term cost to GPISD to acquire Vendor’s goods and/or services: 10 Points
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Summary
Galena Park Independent School District is soliciting proposals for RFP 27-005 Photography Services for PK-12 campuses, including school day pictures, fine arts, athletics, student group photography, and special event photographers.
Services encompass individual student portraits, administrative staff headshots, class groups, student ID card generation, large student group photographs, roster portraits for all seasonal sports across Varsity, Junior Varsity, and Freshman tiers, senior panoramic photographs, yearbook photographs, prom photography, and high school graduations. The contract initial term is one year with options to renew for up to two additional one-year terms for a maximum duration of three years. Proposals are due by November 12, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST, with a question deadline of November 5, 2026. Submissions may be submitted via the GPISD eBid System or manually to the Purchasing Department at 14705 Woodforest Blvd., Houston, TX 77015.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price: 30 Points, Reputation of Vendor and of Vendor’s goods and/or services: 20 Points, Quality of Vendor’s goods and/or services: 20 Points, Extent to which the goods and/or services meet GPISD’s needs: 10 Points, Vendor’s past relationship with GPISD: 10 Points, Total long-term cost to GPISD to acquire Vendor’s goods and/or services: 10 Points
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- W-9
- Form 1295 - Certificate of Interested Parties
- Texas and Federal Certifications
- Conflict of Interest Form
- Certification of Criminal History Record Information Review by Service Contractor
- Certificate Liability Insurance
- STANDARD STUDENT DATA PRIVACY AGREEMENT
- Flyer / Brochure
- Reference
- Submit to
- https://galenaparkisd.ionwave.net/Login.aspx
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Houston, TX
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Galena Park Independent School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 12, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://galenaparkisd.ionwave.net/Login.aspx. For questions, contact Buyer.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Galena Park 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 Buyer at (832) 386-1223. 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: "Price: 30 Points, Reputation of Vendor and of Vendor’s goods and/or services: 20 Points, Quality of Vendor’s goods and/or services: 20 Points, Extent to which the goods and/or services meet GPISD’s ne..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Galena Park Independent School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Galena Park Independent School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Galena Park 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 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 12, 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: W-9, Form 1295 - Certificate of Interested Parties, Texas and Federal Certifications, Conflict of Interest Form, Certification of Criminal History Record Information Review by Service Contractor, Cert. Review the full document from Galena Park 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.