Humble Independent School District - Restaurant, Food and Catering - RFP 2026-103H (2026)
Humble Independent School DistrictSchool · Humble, TX- Due
- Jan 11, 2027
- 60 days left
- Posted
- Nov 9, 2026
- Duration
- 22 months
- Primary contact
- Selena Prado
- (281) 641-8991
The 30-second brief
Humble Independent School District, TX requests proposals for a recurring restaurant, food, and catering services contract to support district events, school functions, administrative meetings, and student programs. The scope encompasses catering, on-site food preparation and service, boxed meals for staff development and field trips, buffet-style and plated meal services, beverage services, necessary serving equipment, setup and cleanup, flexible ordering, and compliance with local, state, and federal food safety regulations. Vendors must accommodate various event sizes and dietary needs across district facilities in Humble, TX, while spending over $50,000 annually. The submission deadline is January 11, 2027, with a final rolling response deadline of August 14, 2028. Evaluation criteria include percentage discount offered, vendor reputation, quality, meeting district needs, past relationship, and long-term cost.
Catering for district-wide events, School functions, And administrative meetings; On-site food preparation and service for special occasions; Boxed meal options for staff development days and field trips; A variety of menu options accommodating different dietary requirements and preferences; Buffet-style and plated meal services; Beverage services; Provision of all necessary serving equipment, Utensils, And dinnerware; Set-up and clean-up services for catered events; Flexible ordering and delivery options to accommodate last-minute requests
Percentage Discount Offered (30 points), Reputation of the vendor and vendor's goods or services (10 points), Quality of the vendor's goods or services (10 points), Extent to which the goods or services meet the district's needs (10 points), Vendor's past relationship with the district (10 points), Total long-term cost to the district to acquire goods and services (10 points), Vendor agrees to PO & Payment Terms (5 points), Provides required Licenses (5 points), Provides menus with pricing (5 points), Vendor has at least three Texas K-12 District Experience References (5 points)
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Summary
Humble Independent School District, TX requests proposals for a recurring restaurant, food, and catering services contract to support district events, school functions, administrative meetings, and student programs.
The scope encompasses catering, on-site food preparation and service, boxed meals for staff development and field trips, buffet-style and plated meal services, beverage services, necessary serving equipment, setup and cleanup, flexible ordering, and compliance with local, state, and federal food safety regulations. Vendors must accommodate various event sizes and dietary needs across district facilities in Humble, TX, while spending over $50,000 annually. The submission deadline is January 11, 2027, with a final rolling response deadline of August 14, 2028. Evaluation criteria include percentage discount offered, vendor reputation, quality, meeting district needs, past relationship, and long-term cost.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Percentage Discount Offered (30 points), Reputation of the vendor and vendor's goods or services (10 points), Quality of the vendor's goods or services (10 points), Extent to which the goods or services meet the district's needs (10 points), Vendor's past relationship with the district (10 points), Total long-term cost to the district to acquire goods and services (10 points), Vendor agrees to PO & Payment Terms (5 points), Provides required Licenses (5 points), Provides menus with pricing (5 points), Vendor has at least three Texas K-12 District Experience References (5 points)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- Catering for district-wide events, School functions, And administrative meetings
- On-site food preparation and service for special occasions
- Boxed meal options for staff development days and field trips
- A variety of menu options accommodating different dietary requirements and preferences
- Buffet-style and plated meal services
- Beverage services
- Provision of all necessary serving equipment, Utensils, And dinnerware
- Set-up and clean-up services for catered events
- Flexible ordering and delivery options to accommodate last-minute requests
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Menu(s) with Pricing
- Department of Health Food Dealer's Permit
- Food Service Manager's Certificate
- FORM 1295
- FORM W9
- Submit to
- https://humbleisd.ionwave.net/
- Scope location
- Humble, TX
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Humble Independent School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 11, 2027. 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://humbleisd.ionwave.net/. For questions, contact Selena Prado.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Humble 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 Selena Prado at (281) 641-8991. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Catering for district-wide events, School functions, And administrative meetings; On-site food preparation and service for special occasions; Boxed meal options for staff development days and field trips; A variety of menu options accommodating different dietary requirements and preferences; Buffet-. 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: "Percentage Discount Offered (30 points), Reputation of the vendor and vendor's goods or services (10 points), Quality of the vendor's goods or services (10 points), Extent to which the goods or servic..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Humble Independent School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Humble Independent School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Humble 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 22 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of January 11, 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: Menu(s) with Pricing, Department of Health Food Dealer's Permit, Food Service Manager's Certificate, FORM 1295, FORM W9. Review the full document from Humble 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: Humble, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.