Hood County Bottled Water Services RFP2026-11 2026
Hood CountyCounty · Hood County, TX- Due
- Oct 14, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 1, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Glenn Tilleman
The 30-second brief
The Commissioners’ Court of Hood County is seeking sealed proposals for RFP2026-11 to provide bottled water services for various County offices. The scope includes the delivery of 5-gallon bottles of purified water and the rental, installation, and maintenance of top-loading hot/cold gravity-fed water dispensers. Service locations include the Historic Courthouse, Ralph H. Walton Jr Justice Center, Law Enforcement Center, and several annexes, with an estimated annual volume of 2,110 bottles across 37 dispensers. Deliveries are required on a semi-monthly schedule during normal operating hours, excluding the noon to 1 pm period. Proposals will be evaluated based on price (50%), ability to provide services (25%), experience and qualifications (10%), prior experience with the County (10%), and miscellaneous charges (5%). The contract term is for one year beginning December 1, 2026, with four optional one-year renewals. Submissions are due October 14, 2026, at 10:00 am.
5-gallon bottled purified water, Hot/cold water dispensers, Dispenser cleaning services, Delivery receipts
Price (50%), Proposer's ability to provide services (25%), Proposer's experience/qualifications/references (10%), Prior experience with Hood County (10%), Miscellaneous Charges (5%)
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Summary
The Commissioners’ Court of Hood County is seeking sealed proposals for RFP2026-11 to provide bottled water services for various County offices.
The scope includes the delivery of 5-gallon bottles of purified water and the rental, installation, and maintenance of top-loading hot/cold gravity-fed water dispensers. Service locations include the Historic Courthouse, Ralph H. Walton Jr Justice Center, Law Enforcement Center, and several annexes, with an estimated annual volume of 2,110 bottles across 37 dispensers. Deliveries are required on a semi-monthly schedule during normal operating hours, excluding the noon to 1 pm period. Proposals will be evaluated based on price (50%), ability to provide services (25%), experience and qualifications (10%), prior experience with the County (10%), and miscellaneous charges (5%). The contract term is for one year beginning December 1, 2026, with four optional one-year renewals. Submissions are due October 14, 2026, at 10:00 am.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- 5-gallon bottled purified water
- Hot/cold water dispensers
- Dispenser cleaning services
- Delivery receipts
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Cover Sheet
- Insurance Requirements
- Unsworn Vendor Affidavit
- Residence Certification
- Debarment Policy
- Conflict of Interest Questionnaire
- Form W-9
- Vendor References
- Deviations & Deficiencies Form
- Submit to
- 1402 W Pearl St, Ste 1, Granbury, Texas 76048 or http://co-hood-tx.bonfirehub.com/
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Granbury, TX
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Hood County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 14, 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: 1402 W Pearl St, Ste 1, Granbury, Texas 76048 or http://co-hood-tx.bonfirehub.com/. For questions, contact Glenn Tilleman.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Hood County 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 Glenn Tilleman. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 5-gallon bottled purified water, Hot/cold water dispensers, Dispenser cleaning services, Delivery receipts. 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 (50%), Proposer's ability to provide services (25%), Proposer's experience/qualifications/references (10%), Prior experience with Hood County (10%), Miscellaneous Charges (5%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Hood County?
All active and historical solicitations from Hood County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Hood County 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: Cover Sheet, Insurance Requirements, Unsworn Vendor Affidavit, Residence Certification, Debarment Policy, Conflict of Interest Questionnaire, Form W-9, Vendor References, Deviations & Deficiencies For. Review the full document from Hood County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Granbury, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.