San Benito Consolidated Independent School District - Child Nutrition Program Kitchen Equipment - RFP-0126-CNPKE, 2026
San Benito Consolidated Independent School DistrictSchool · San Benito, TX- Due
- Jan 20, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Eddie Cavazos
- (956) 361-6390
The 30-second brief
San Benito Consolidated Independent School District invites sealed proposals for RFP-0126-CNPKE for the purchase and installation of Child Nutrition Program kitchen equipment for various campus locations including Veterans Memorial Academy, Riverside Middle School, Dr. Raul Garza Elementary, La Paloma Elementary, Oscar De La Fuente Elementary, Sullivan Elementary Science Academy, and Ed Downs Fine Arts Academy. The scope includes commercial kitchen equipment such as convection ovens, electric ranges, pass-thru refrigerators and heated cabinets, open refrigerated display merchandisers, hot food merchandisers, serving lines, utility carts, hot well units, frost top units, cashier carts, and gas connector hose kits, along with removal of existing equipment, electrical connections, startup, and clean-up. Proposals are due by Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. (CST). Pricing must remain firm for one year from board approval. The contract will be awarded on the basis of best value considering criteria including purchase price (50 points), vendor reputation and references (10 points), quality of goods/services (10 points), meeting district needs (10 points), past relationship (10 points), HUB certification (5 points), financial statement (3 points), and amount of days to complete the project (2 points).
Commercial kitchen equipment including convection ovens, Electric ranges, Pass-thru refrigerators, Pass-thru heated cabinets, Open refrigerated display merchandisers, Serving lines, Utility carts, Hot well units, Frost top units, Cashier carts, Hot food merchandisers, And gas connector hose kits
Purchase price - Cost of services (50 points), Reputation of the vendor and references (10 points), Quality of goods or services (10 points), Extent to which goods or services meet district's needs (10 points), Past relationship with district - listing of previous projects (10 points), Impact on ability to comply with laws and rules relating to HUB certification form (5 points), Total long-term cost to acquire goods or services - financial statement (3 points), Amount of days to complete the project (2 points)
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Summary
San Benito Consolidated Independent School District invites sealed proposals for RFP-0126-CNPKE for the purchase and installation of Child Nutrition Program kitchen equipment for various campus locations including Veterans Memorial Academy, Riverside Middle School, Dr.
Raul Garza Elementary, La Paloma Elementary, Oscar De La Fuente Elementary, Sullivan Elementary Science Academy, and Ed Downs Fine Arts Academy. The scope includes commercial kitchen equipment such as convection ovens, electric ranges, pass-thru refrigerators and heated cabinets, open refrigerated display merchandisers, hot food merchandisers, serving lines, utility carts, hot well units, frost top units, cashier carts, and gas connector hose kits, along with removal of existing equipment, electrical connections, startup, and clean-up. Proposals are due by Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. (CST). Pricing must remain firm for one year from board approval. The contract will be awarded on the basis of best value considering criteria including purchase price (50 points), vendor reputation and references (10 points), quality of goods/services (10 points), meeting district needs (10 points), past relationship (10 points), HUB certification (5 points), financial statement (3 points), and amount of days to complete the project (2 points).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Purchase price - Cost of services (50 points), Reputation of the vendor and references (10 points), Quality of goods or services (10 points), Extent to which goods or services meet district's needs (10 points), Past relationship with district - listing of previous projects (10 points), Impact on ability to comply with laws and rules relating to HUB certification form (5 points), Total long-term cost to acquire goods or services - financial statement (3 points), Amount of days to complete the project (2 points)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
12- Commercial kitchen equipment including convection ovens
- Electric ranges
- Pass-thru refrigerators
- Pass-thru heated cabinets
- Open refrigerated display merchandisers
- Serving lines
- Utility carts
- Hot well units
- Frost top units
- Cashier carts
- Hot food merchandisers
- Gas connector hose kits
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
12- Felony Conviction Notice
- Non-Collusive Affidavit
- Form 1295
- Conflict of Interest Questionnaire
- HUB Certification Form
- Reference Sheet
- W-9 IRS Form
- Signed addenda
- Insurance
- Criminal history record information request
- Vendor certifications
- Certification regarding terrorist organizations & boycotting of Israel
- Submit to
- Office of Mrs. Vicki Perez, Assistant Superintendent of Finance & Operations, 240 North Crockett Street, San Benito, TX 78586
- Scope location
- San Benito, TX
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from San Benito Consolidated Independent School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 20, 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: Office of Mrs. Vicki Perez, Assistant Superintendent of Finance & Operations, 240 North Crockett Street, San Benito, TX 78586. For questions, contact Eddie Cavazos.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including San Benito Consolidated 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 Eddie Cavazos at (956) 361-6390. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Commercial kitchen equipment including convection ovens, Electric ranges, Pass-thru refrigerators, Pass-thru heated cabinets, Open refrigerated display merchandisers, Serving lines, Utility carts, Hot well units, Frost top units, Cashier carts, Hot food merchandisers, And gas connector hose kits. 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 - Cost of services (50 points), Reputation of the vendor and references (10 points), Quality of goods or services (10 points), Extent to which goods or services meet district's needs (1..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from San Benito Consolidated Independent School District?
All active and historical solicitations from San Benito Consolidated Independent School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, San Benito Consolidated 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 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: Felony Conviction Notice, Non-Collusive Affidavit, Form 1295, Conflict of Interest Questionnaire, HUB Certification Form, Reference Sheet, W-9 IRS Form, signed addenda, insurance, criminal history rec. Review the full document from San Benito Consolidated 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: San Benito, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.