IDEA Public Schools - STREAM Platform Support, Maintenance, Development, and Infrastructure Services - RFP 8-STREAM-1126 (2026)
IDEA Public SchoolsSchool · Weslaco, TX- Due
- Oct 13, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 9, 2026
- Contract term
- 0.5 years
- Primary contact
- Mia Harris
- (956) 377-8000
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
IDEA Public Schools is seeking qualified vendors to provide comprehensive application support, maintenance, development, and infrastructure services for the STREAM platform. STREAM is a mission-critical system supporting student enrollment, registration, re-registration, lottery processes, and related enrollment documentation in Texas. Services include ongoing application maintenance, incident response, troubleshooting, root cause analysis, lottery support, and developer support for the existing tech stack including Elixir, Phoenix, React, and PostgreSQL. The scope also covers underlying infrastructure support such as web servers, database servers, object storage, monitoring and logging tools, version control, and DevOps dependency management. Proposals are due by October 13, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST, submitted via Public Purchase, Self-Service, or hard copy to Weslaco, TX. The initial contract term runs from January 1, 2027, to June 30, 2027, with four annual renewal options through June 30, 2031.
Technical Approach & Understanding of Requirements (20%), Cost/Price (25%), Relevant Experience & Past Performance (15%), Key Personnel & Organizational Qualifications (15%), Project Management, Service Implementation & Transition Plan (10%), Risk Management, Security & Compliance (15%)
SUMMARY
IDEA Public Schools is seeking qualified vendors to provide comprehensive application support, maintenance, development, and infrastructure services for the STREAM platform.
STREAM is a mission-critical system supporting student enrollment, registration, re-registration, lottery processes, and related enrollment documentation in Texas. Services include ongoing application maintenance, incident response, troubleshooting, root cause analysis, lottery support, and developer support for the existing tech stack including Elixir, Phoenix, React, and PostgreSQL. The scope also covers underlying infrastructure support such as web servers, database servers, object storage, monitoring and logging tools, version control, and DevOps dependency management. Proposals are due by October 13, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST, submitted via Public Purchase, Self-Service, or hard copy to Weslaco, TX. The initial contract term runs from January 1, 2027, to June 30, 2027, with four annual renewal options through June 30, 2031.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Pre-Proposal Conference PowerPoint Slides
- Submit to
- Public Purchase or Self-Service website, or One (1) clearly identified hard copy ORIGINAL to IDEA Public Schools, Attn: Purchasing Department - STREAM Support, Maintenance, and Infrastructure Services, 2115 West Pike Blvd, Weslaco, TX 78596
- Duration
- 6 months
- Scope location
- Weslaco, TX
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from IDEA Public Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 13, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Public Purchase or Self-Service website, or One (1) clearly identified hard copy ORIGINAL to IDEA Public Schools, Attn: Purchasing Department - STREAM Support, Maintenance, and Infrastructure Services, 2115 West Pike Blvd, Weslaco, TX 78596. For questions, contact Mia Harris.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including IDEA Public Schools 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 Mia Harris at (956) 377-8000. 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: "Technical Approach & Understanding of Requirements (20%), Cost/Price (25%), Relevant Experience & Past Performance (15%), Key Personnel & Organizational Qualifications (15%), Project Management, Servi..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from IDEA Public Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from IDEA Public Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, IDEA Public Schools 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 0.5 years. 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: Pre-Proposal Conference PowerPoint Slides. Review the full document from IDEA Public Schools for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Weslaco, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.