United Independent School District - Commercial Kitchen Fire Suppression (Ansul) Services - RFCQ 021-2026
United Independent School DistrictSchool · Laredo, TX- Due
- Oct 2, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 22, 2026
- Primary contact
- Ivan Martinez
- (956) 473-7933
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SUMMARY
The United Independent School District is requesting proposals from qualified, licensed contractors for comprehensive inspection, testing, maintenance, and repair services for commercial kitchen fire (Ansul) suppression systems, hood and duct systems, cylinder inspections, hydrostatic testing, and Type I exhaust hood cleaning across all district campuses and Child Nutrition facilities.
Services must comply with NFPA 17A, NFPA 10, UL 300, and local codes. The submission deadline is October 2, 2026, at 3:00 PM. Notice of interest deadline is September 28, 2026. Required submissions include pricing sheets, certification sheets, conflict of interest questionnaires, criminal history record information certifications, felony conviction notifications, Form 1295, HB 793 verification, EDGAR certifications, W-9, and a pre-employment affidavit.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- Pricing Sheet
- Certification Sheet
- Conflict of Interest Questionnaire (Form CIQ)
- Certification of Criminal History Record Information
- Felony Conviction Notification
- Certificate of Interested Parties (Form 1295)
- House Bill 793 Verification
- EDGAR Certifications
- Pre-Employment or Pre-Service Affidavit for Educational Entities
- Form W-9
- Submit to
- 3501 E. Saunders, Laredo, TX 78041 USA | [email protected]
- Scope location
- Laredo, TX
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFQ from United Independent School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 2, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 3501 E. Saunders, Laredo, TX 78041 USA | [email protected]. For questions, contact Ivan Martinez.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including United 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 Ivan Martinez at (956) 473-7933. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: Pricing Sheet, Certification Sheet, Conflict of Interest Questionnaire (Form CIQ), Certification of Criminal History Record Information, Felony Conviction Notification, Certificate of Interested Parti. Review the full document from United 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: Laredo, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.