Joshua Independent School District - Beverage & Snack Vending Services - RFP #26-001 (2026)
Dripping Springs ISDSchool · Dripping Springs, TX- Due
- Apr 22, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 25, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Carla Martin
- (817) 202-2500 ext 1019
The 30-second brief
Joshua Independent School District is accepting sealed proposals for the installation and operation of beverage and snack vending services, including beverage VM, snack VM, machines, campus locations, auxiliary facilities, specialized programs, and fulfillment of orders to ancillary booster and student activity clubs. The contract is a non-exclusive five-year term beginning July 01, 2026, through June 31, 2031, with options to extend for up to five additional one-year renewals. Submission deadline is April 22, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST. Questions are due by April 8, 2026. Evaluation criteria include purchase price and revenue to the district, quality of goods and services, ability to meet district needs, past relationship, and references.
Beverage and snack vending services, Installation and operation of vending machines across campus locations and auxiliary facilities, Volume reporting, Commission payments, Product lists and prices, And specialized program offerings.
Purchase Price & Revenue to the District (including incentives/offerings) 50, Quality of Vendor's Goods & Services 20, Ability to Meet District Needs 10, References (Reputation) 10, Vendor's past relationship with the District 5, Principal Place of Business 5, Required Forms Yes/No
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Summary
Joshua Independent School District is accepting sealed proposals for the installation and operation of beverage and snack vending services, including beverage VM, snack VM, machines, campus locations, auxiliary facilities, specialized programs, and fulfillment of orders to ancillary booster and student activity clubs.
The contract is a non-exclusive five-year term beginning July 01, 2026, through June 31, 2031, with options to extend for up to five additional one-year renewals. Submission deadline is April 22, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST. Questions are due by April 8, 2026. Evaluation criteria include purchase price and revenue to the district, quality of goods and services, ability to meet district needs, past relationship, and references.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Purchase Price & Revenue to the District (including incentives/offerings) 50
- Quality of Vendor's Goods & Services 20
- Ability to Meet District Needs 10
- References (Reputation) 10
- Vendor's past relationship with the District 5
- Principal Place of Business 5
- Required Forms Yes/No
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Beverage and snack vending services, Installation and operation of vending machines across campus locations and auxiliary facilities, Volume reporting, Commission payments, Product lists and prices, And specialized program offerings.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
12- Proposal Response Form (EXHIBIT C)
- Required Forms (EXHIBIT D)
- Vendor Questionnaire
- New Vendor Packet
- Conflict of Interest Form
- Certificate of Interested Parties
- Felony Conviction Notice
- Non-Collusion Statement
- Acknowledgment of Addenda
- Signature Page and Declaration of Compliance
- Sample Certificate of Insurance
- Vendor agreement/contract
- Submit to
- 310 East 18th Street, PO Box 40, Joshua, TX 76058
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Joshua, TX
- Reported agency
- Joshua Independent School District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Dripping Springs ISD?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 22, 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: 310 East 18th Street, PO Box 40, Joshua, TX 76058. For questions, contact Carla Martin.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Dripping Springs ISD 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 Carla Martin at (817) 202-2500 ext 1019. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Beverage and snack vending services, Installation and operation of vending machines across campus locations and auxiliary facilities, Volume reporting, Commission payments, Product lists and prices, And specialized program offerings.. 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: "Purchase Price & Revenue to the District (including incentives/offerings) 50, Quality of Vendor's Goods & Services 20, Ability to Meet District Needs 10, References (Reputation) 10, Vendor's past rela..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Dripping Springs ISD?
All active and historical solicitations from Dripping Springs ISD are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Dripping Springs ISD 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 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: Proposal Response Form (EXHIBIT C), Required Forms (EXHIBIT D), Vendor Questionnaire, New Vendor Packet, Conflict of Interest Form, Certificate of Interested Parties, Felony Conviction Notice, Non-Col. Review the full document from Dripping Springs ISD for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Joshua, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.