Hillsborough County Public Schools Paper Products RFP 25533-RFP-DST 2026
Hillsborough County School DistrictSchool · Tampa, FL- Due
- Feb 27, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 16, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Christy Perales
- (813) 272-4060
The 30-second brief
Hillsborough County Public Schools is seeking proposals to establish a cost-plus fixed delivery fee annual contract for paper products at approximately 219 school sites. Proposals are due by February 27, 2026, via MyVendorLink.
Price Response Sheets, Monthly price and usage report, Food/product recall procedures, Insurance certificates
Company History / References (25), Capability (35), Cost/Value (40), Small Business Encouragement Program (0)
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Summary
Hillsborough County Public Schools is seeking proposals to establish a cost-plus fixed delivery fee annual contract for paper products at approximately 219 school sites. Proposals are due by February 27, 2026, via MyVendorLink.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Price Response Sheets
- Monthly price and usage report
- Food/product recall procedures
- Insurance certificates
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Attachment A - Pricing Response Form
- Attachment B - Instructions
- Attachment C - Delivery Locations
- Statement of Qualifications
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Drug-Free Workplace Certification
- Submit to
- www.myvendorlink.com
- Duration
- 48 months
- Scope location
- Hillsborough County, FL
- Reported agency
- Hillsborough County Public Schools
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Hillsborough County School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 27, 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: www.myvendorlink.com. For questions, contact Christy Perales.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Hillsborough County School District in FL, 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 Christy Perales at (813) 272-4060. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Price Response Sheets, Monthly price and usage report, Food/product recall procedures, Insurance certificates. 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: "Company History / References (25), Capability (35), Cost/Value (40), Small Business Encouragement Program (0)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Hillsborough County School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Hillsborough County School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Hillsborough County 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.
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: Attachment A - Pricing Response Form, Attachment B - Instructions, Attachment C - Delivery Locations, Statement of Qualifications, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Drug-Free Workplace Certification. Review the full document from Hillsborough County 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: Hillsborough County, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.