Region 4 ESC - Artificial Intelligence and Total Cloud Solutions - RFP 26-14 (2026)
Region 4 Education Service CenterLocal Agency · Houston, TX- Due
- Sep 29, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 22, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Procurement
- (713) 744-6300
The 30-second brief
Region 4 Education Service Center is issuing Request for Proposal RFP 26-14 for Artificial Intelligence and Total Cloud Solutions on behalf of OMNIA Partners. The scope includes artificial intelligence services, cloud infrastructure (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS), cloud application modernization, managed services, and cloud security operations. Vendors must propose solutions aligned with NIST SP 800-53 Rev. 5 and NIST AI RMF 1.0. Proposals are due by September 29, 2026, at 2:00 PM (CT) and must be submitted online via the Region 4 ESC procurement portal at region4esc.ionwave.net. A non-mandatory pre-proposal conference was held via Zoom.
Purchase price 35%, Extent to which goods and services meet Region 4's needs 30%, Value added to the contract 15%, Marketing and account support 10%, Company profile 10%
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Summary
Region 4 Education Service Center is issuing Request for Proposal RFP 26-14 for Artificial Intelligence and Total Cloud Solutions on behalf of OMNIA Partners.
The scope includes artificial intelligence services, cloud infrastructure (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS), cloud application modernization, managed services, and cloud security operations. Vendors must propose solutions aligned with NIST SP 800-53 Rev. 5 and NIST AI RMF 1.0. Proposals are due by September 29, 2026, at 2:00 PM (CT) and must be submitted online via the Region 4 ESC procurement portal at region4esc.ionwave.net. A non-mandatory pre-proposal conference was held via Zoom.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Purchase price 35%, Extent to which goods and services meet Region 4's needs 30%, Value added to the contract 15%, Marketing and account support 10%, Company profile 10%
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
12- Offer and Contract Signature Form
- Deviation Form
- Products and Pricing
- Disclosure of Interested Parties form or Evidence of Exemption
- Conflict of Interest Questionnaire
- OMNIA Partners - Exhibit F Federal Funds Certifications
- OMNIA Partners - Exhibit G New Jersey Business Compliance
- W-9 Upload
- Dunn & Bradstreet Report
- Addendum No. 1
- Addendum No. 2
- Addendum No. 3
- Submit to
- https://region4esc.ionwave.net
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Houston, TX
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Region 4 Education Service Center?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 29, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://region4esc.ionwave.net. For questions, contact Procurement.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Region 4 Education Service Center 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 Procurement at (713) 744-6300. 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: "Purchase price 35%, Extent to which goods and services meet Region 4's needs 30%, Value added to the contract 15%, Marketing and account support 10%, Company profile 10%" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Region 4 Education Service Center?
All active and historical solicitations from Region 4 Education Service Center are tracked and searchable. As a local agency agency, Region 4 Education Service Center 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 3 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: Offer and Contract Signature Form, Deviation Form, Products and Pricing, Disclosure of Interested Parties form or Evidence of Exemption, Conflict of Interest Questionnaire, OMNIA Partners - Exhibit F. Review the full document from Region 4 Education Service Center for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Houston, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.