San Jacinto Community College District - Restaurant and Catering Services - RFP #27-03 (2026)
San Jacinto Community CollegeHigher Ed · Pasadena, TX- Due
- Oct 29, 2026
- 13 days left
- Posted
- Oct 13, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Patsy Laredo
- (281) 998-6106
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
San Jacinto Community College District is seeking sealed proposals from qualified firms to provide restaurant and catering services across multiple campus locations including Pasadena and Houston, Texas. The procurement includes two vendor pools for restaurant services and full-service catering, covering breakfast, lunch, dinner, hot meals, boxed meals, custom cookies, desserts, and approved beverages under federal funding guidelines (2 CFR 200). The contract term is one year with four one-year renewal options, utilizing CPI-W and CPI-U price adjustments. Proposals are due by October 29, 2026, and must be submitted through the IonWave e-Bidding system, with questions due by October 22, 2026. Required submissions include questionnaires, pricing, references, a conflict of interest form, proof of insurance, and federal vendor certification.
Attachment 1 – Restaurant Services Questionnaire; Attachment 2 – Catering Services Questionnaire; Menu with Pricing; Line Item 1: Discount Percentage (%) off menu pricing; Line Item 2: Delivery Fee to College locations
Attachment 1/2 Questionnaire (40 points), Menu with Pricing (20 points), Price Proposal (5 points), References (40 points)
SUMMARY
San Jacinto Community College District is seeking sealed proposals from qualified firms to provide restaurant and catering services across multiple campus locations including Pasadena and Houston, Texas.
The procurement includes two vendor pools for restaurant services and full-service catering, covering breakfast, lunch, dinner, hot meals, boxed meals, custom cookies, desserts, and approved beverages under federal funding guidelines (2 CFR 200). The contract term is one year with four one-year renewal options, utilizing CPI-W and CPI-U price adjustments. Proposals are due by October 29, 2026, and must be submitted through the IonWave e-Bidding system, with questions due by October 22, 2026. Required submissions include questionnaires, pricing, references, a conflict of interest form, proof of insurance, and federal vendor certification.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Attachment 1 – Restaurant Services Questionnaire
- Attachment 2 – Catering Services Questionnaire
- Menu with Pricing
- Line Item 1: Discount Percentage (%) off menu pricing
- Line Item 2: Delivery Fee to College locations
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Attachment 1 – Restaurant Services Questionnaire
- Attachment 2 – Catering Services Questionnaire
- Menu with Pricing
- Conflict of Interest form
- Proof of Insurance Requirements
- Federal Vendor Certification Form
- Additional Costs Not Included in Pricing
- Submit to
- https://sanjac.ionwave.net
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Pasadena, TX
- Reported agency
- San Jacinto Community College District
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from San Jacinto Community College?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 29, 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: https://sanjac.ionwave.net. For questions, contact Patsy Laredo.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including San Jacinto Community College 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 Patsy Laredo at (281) 998-6106. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Attachment 1 – Restaurant Services Questionnaire; Attachment 2 – Catering Services Questionnaire; Menu with Pricing; Line Item 1: Discount Percentage (%) off menu pricing; Line Item 2: Delivery Fee to College locations. 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: "Attachment 1/2 Questionnaire (40 points), Menu with Pricing (20 points), Price Proposal (5 points), References (40 points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from San Jacinto Community College?
All active and historical solicitations from San Jacinto Community College are tracked and searchable. As a higher ed agency, San Jacinto Community College 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.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 29, 2026, 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: Attachment 1 – Restaurant Services Questionnaire, Attachment 2 – Catering Services Questionnaire, Menu with Pricing, Conflict of Interest form, Proof of Insurance Requirements, Federal Vendor Certific. Review the full document from San Jacinto Community College for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Pasadena, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.