Garland ISD RFP 274-27 Farm to School (Local Produce, Meats, and other food items) for SNS
Garland Independent School District, Garland, TX·School
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- Scope Location
- Garland, TX
- Submission Address
- 501 South Jupiter Road, Garland, Texas 75042
SUMMARY
Garland ISD is soliciting proposals for the purchase of local produce, meats, and other food items for School Nutrition Services (SNS). Proposals are due by 10:30 a.m. on July 23, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Purchase Price-40 points, quality of vendor’s goods or services – 30 points, extent to which goods or services meet District’s needs – 30 points
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Public notice to post RFP PDF
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Common questions about this solicitation, answered from the record.
How do I respond to this RFP from Garland Independent School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 23, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 501 South Jupiter Road, Garland, Texas 75042.
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-40 points, quality of vendor’s goods or services – 30 points, extent to which goods or services meet District’s needs – 30 points" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Garland Independent School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Garland Independent School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Garland Independent School District regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: Public notice to post RFP PDF. Review the full document from Garland Independent School District for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Garland 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.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Garland, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
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