Galena Park Independent School District - Student Nutrition Refrigerated Truck - RFP 27-006 (2026)
Galena Park Independent School DistrictSchool · Houston, TX- Due
- Nov 12, 2026
- 11 days left
- Posted
- Oct 18, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Michele Taylor
- (832) 386-1016
The 30-second brief
Galena Park Independent School District is soliciting proposals for RFP 27-006 Student Nutrition Refrigerated Truck. The scope includes providing a 2027 Low Cab Forward (LCF) 5500-class chassis with 6.6L V8 gas engine, 19,500-lb. GVWR, and a 14-foot refrigerated Morgan van body equipped with a liftgate, refrigeration unit, and required safety features. The submission deadline is November 12, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST. Proposals must be submitted via the GPISD eBid system or manually delivered to the Purchasing Department at 14705 Woodforest Blvd., Houston, TX 77015. A question deadline is set for November 5, 2026. Required attachments include W-9, Form 1295, Conflict of Interest Form, Texas and Federal Certifications, Certification of Criminal History Record, Combined Affidavit and DEI-COI, Certificate of Liability Insurance, and References. Evaluation is based on price (40 points), quality of goods/services (25 points), reputation (15 points), past relationship (10 points), and total long-term cost (10 points).
2027 Truck Chassis or equivalent, 2027 Refrigerated Van Body or equivalent
Price 40 Points, Reputation of Vendor and of Vendor’s goods and/or services 15 Points, Quality of Vendor’s goods and/or services 25 Points, Extent to which the goods and/or services meet GPISD’s needs 0 Points, Vendor’s past relationship with GPISD 10 Points, Impact on the ability of GPISD to comply with laws and rules relating to SBEs participants 0 Points, Total long-term cost to GPISD to acquire Vendor’s goods and/or services 10 Points, Whether the Vendor or the Vendor’s ultimate parent company or majority owner has its principal place of business in this state or employs at least 500 persons in this state 0 Points, Other 0 Points
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Summary
Galena Park Independent School District is soliciting proposals for RFP 27-006 Student Nutrition Refrigerated Truck.
The scope includes providing a 2027 Low Cab Forward (LCF) 5500-class chassis with 6.6L V8 gas engine, 19,500-lb. GVWR, and a 14-foot refrigerated Morgan van body equipped with a liftgate, refrigeration unit, and required safety features. The submission deadline is November 12, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST. Proposals must be submitted via the GPISD eBid system or manually delivered to the Purchasing Department at 14705 Woodforest Blvd., Houston, TX 77015. A question deadline is set for November 5, 2026. Required attachments include W-9, Form 1295, Conflict of Interest Form, Texas and Federal Certifications, Certification of Criminal History Record, Combined Affidavit and DEI-COI, Certificate of Liability Insurance, and References. Evaluation is based on price (40 points), quality of goods/services (25 points), reputation (15 points), past relationship (10 points), and total long-term cost (10 points).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price 40 Points, Reputation of Vendor and of Vendor’s goods and/or services 15 Points, Quality of Vendor’s goods and/or services 25 Points, Extent to which the goods and/or services meet GPISD’s needs 0 Points, Vendor’s past relationship with GPISD 10 Points, Impact on the ability of GPISD to comply with laws and rules relating to SBEs participants 0 Points, Total long-term cost to GPISD to acquire Vendor’s goods and/or services 10 Points, Whether the Vendor or the Vendor’s ultimate parent company or majority owner has its principal place of business in this state or employs at least 500 persons in this state 0 Points, Other 0 Points
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
2027 Truck Chassis or equivalent, 2027 Refrigerated Van Body or equivalent
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- W-9
- Form 1295
- Conflict of Interest Form
- Texas and Federal Certifications
- Certification of Criminal History Record
- Combined Affidavit and DEI-COI
- Certificate Liability Insurance
- Reference
- Submit to
- https://galenaparkisd.ionwave.net/Login.aspx
- 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. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. 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 Michele Taylor.
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 Michele Taylor at (832) 386-1016. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 2027 Truck Chassis or equivalent, 2027 Refrigerated Van Body or equivalent. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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 40 Points, Reputation of Vendor and of Vendor’s goods and/or services 15 Points, Quality of Vendor’s goods and/or services 25 Points, Extent to which the goods and/or services meet GPISD’s needs..." 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, Conflict of Interest Form, Texas and Federal Certifications, Certification of Criminal History Record, Combined Affidavit and DEI-COI, Certificate Liability Insurance, Reference. 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.