Santa Maria ISD Consulting Services Child Nutrition RFQ#2026-003 2026
Santa Maria Independent School DistrictSchool · Santa Maria, TX- Due
- May 4, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 20, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Amanda L. Najar
- (956) 565-6308
The 30-second brief
Santa Maria Independent School District (ISD) is issuing RFQ#2026-003 to solicit qualifications for consulting services for its Child Nutrition Food Service Program. The district comprises three schools (Tony Gonzalez Elementary, Santa Maria Middle, and Santa Maria High) with approximately 490 students. The selected firm will provide on-site consultation, staff training, USDA menu development, production record management, food safety compliance, and cost analysis. The contract term is for an initial twelve months with two optional one-year extensions. Proposals must be submitted in a sealed envelope by May 4, 2026, at 2:00pm CST. Evaluation criteria include contract price, reputation, quality of services, and compliance with historically underutilized business (HUB) rules.
Written proposal, Vita/Resume, Background Information, References, Signed Affidavits, HUB Certification, Conflict of Interest Questionnaire, Form 1295
Contract price, reputation, quality of goods/services, meeting district needs, past relationship, HUB compliance, long-term cost, experience and expertise
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Summary
Santa Maria Independent School District (ISD) is issuing RFQ#2026-003 to solicit qualifications for consulting services for its Child Nutrition Food Service Program.
The district comprises three schools (Tony Gonzalez Elementary, Santa Maria Middle, and Santa Maria High) with approximately 490 students. The selected firm will provide on-site consultation, staff training, USDA menu development, production record management, food safety compliance, and cost analysis. The contract term is for an initial twelve months with two optional one-year extensions. Proposals must be submitted in a sealed envelope by May 4, 2026, at 2:00pm CST. Evaluation criteria include contract price, reputation, quality of services, and compliance with historically underutilized business (HUB) rules.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
8- Contract price
- Reputation
- Quality of goods/services
- Meeting district needs
- Past relationship
- HUB compliance
- Long-term cost
- Experience and expertise
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- Written proposal
- Vita/Resume
- Background Information
- References
- Signed Affidavits
- HUB Certification
- Conflict of Interest Questionnaire
- Form 1295
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
13- Intent to Bid
- Certificate of Residency
- Conflict of Interest Affidavit
- Non-Collusive Affidavit
- Debarment Certification
- Criminal Background Check Certification
- Felony Conviction Notice
- HUB Certification
- EDGAR Certifications
- Form CIQ
- Form 1295
- Acknowledgement Form
- W-9
- Submit to
- 11119 Military Road, Santa Maria, Texas 78592
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Santa Maria, TX
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Santa Maria Independent School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 4, 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: 11119 Military Road, Santa Maria, Texas 78592. For questions, contact Amanda L. Najar.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Santa Maria 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 RFQ 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 Amanda L. Najar at (956) 565-6308. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Written proposal, Vita/Resume, Background Information, References, Signed Affidavits, HUB Certification, Conflict of Interest Questionnaire, Form 1295. 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: "Contract price, reputation, quality of goods/services, meeting district needs, past relationship, HUB compliance, long-term cost, experience and expertise" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Santa Maria Independent School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Santa Maria Independent School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Santa Maria 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 RFQ?
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: Intent to Bid, Certificate of Residency, Conflict of Interest Affidavit, Non-Collusive Affidavit, Debarment Certification, Criminal Background Check Certification, Felony Conviction Notice, HUB Certif. Review the full document from Santa Maria 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: Santa Maria, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.