Goose Creek CISD - Catering Services R6 - RFP 25-005 (2026)
Goose Creek Consolidated Independent School DistrictSchool · Baytown, TX- Due
- Jan 7, 2027
- 83 days left
- Posted
- Oct 9, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Heather Patt
- (281) 707-3869
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The Goose Creek Consolidated Independent School District is soliciting proposals for catering services for district-sponsored meetings and events on an as-needed basis under RFP 25-005. The intent of this extended-response bid is to establish a list of pre-approved suppliers providing breakfast, lunch, dinner, desserts, boxed meals, and buffet-style catering with options for pickup, delivery, or full set up. The solicitation opens and closes periodically for evaluation purposes, with a final submission deadline of January 7, 2027, at 12:30 PM CST and a question deadline of January 4, 2027. Required vendor qualifications include health permits, mobile food permits, food handler certifications, fire safety inspections, and background check compliance via the Raptor system. Proposals are evaluated based on purchase price (40 pts), vendor reputation (20 pts), service quality (20 pts), meeting district needs (15 pts), and past relationship (5 pts).
Purchase Price - 40 pts, Reputation of the vendor and vendor's goods and services - 20 pts, Quality of the vendors goods and/or services - 20 pts, Extent to which the goods and/or services meet the district's needs - 15 pts, Vendor's past relationship with the district - 5 pts, Impact on the ability of the district to comply with laws relating to HUBS - 0 pts, Total long-term cost to the district to acquire the vendor's goods and/or services - 0 pts, Whether the vendor's ultimate parent company or majority owner has its principal place of business in TX or employees at least 500 people in TX - 0 pts
SUMMARY
The Goose Creek Consolidated Independent School District is soliciting proposals for catering services for district-sponsored meetings and events on an as-needed basis under RFP 25-005.
The intent of this extended-response bid is to establish a list of pre-approved suppliers providing breakfast, lunch, dinner, desserts, boxed meals, and buffet-style catering with options for pickup, delivery, or full set up. The solicitation opens and closes periodically for evaluation purposes, with a final submission deadline of January 7, 2027, at 12:30 PM CST and a question deadline of January 4, 2027. Required vendor qualifications include health permits, mobile food permits, food handler certifications, fire safety inspections, and background check compliance via the Raptor system. Proposals are evaluated based on purchase price (40 pts), vendor reputation (20 pts), service quality (20 pts), meeting district needs (15 pts), and past relationship (5 pts).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Purchase Price - 40 pts, Reputation of the vendor and vendor's goods and services - 20 pts, Quality of the vendors goods and/or services - 20 pts, Extent to which the goods and/or services meet the district's needs - 15 pts, Vendor's past relationship with the district - 5 pts, Impact on the ability of the district to comply with laws relating to HUBS - 0 pts, Total long-term cost to the district to acquire the vendor's goods and/or services - 0 pts, Whether the vendor's ultimate parent company or majority owner has its principal place of business in TX or employees at least 500 people in TX - 0 pts
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Catering Menus/Pricing Information
- Texas Ethics Commission Form 1295
- Edgar Certification
- CIQ
- W-9
- Health Permit
- Food Handler and Food Manager Certifications
- Mobile Food Permit
- Fire Safety Inspection and Certifications
- Submit to
- https://gccisd.ionwave.net/PublicDetail.aspx?bidID=286&SourceType=1
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Baytown, TX
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Goose Creek Consolidated Independent School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 7, 2027. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://gccisd.ionwave.net/PublicDetail.aspx?bidID=286&SourceType=1. For questions, contact Heather Patt.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Goose Creek Consolidated 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 Heather Patt at (281) 707-3869. 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 - 40 pts, Reputation of the vendor and vendor's goods and services - 20 pts, Quality of the vendors goods and/or services - 20 pts, Extent to which the goods and/or services meet the di..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Goose Creek Consolidated Independent School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Goose Creek Consolidated Independent School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Goose Creek Consolidated 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 January 7, 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: Catering Menus/Pricing Information, Texas Ethics Commission Form 1295, Edgar Certification, CIQ, W-9, Health Permit, Food Handler and Food Manager Certifications, Mobile Food Permit, Fire Safety Inspe. Review the full document from Goose Creek Consolidated 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: Baytown, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.