Houston Independent School District Ionwave #25-02-25 Addendum 5

Houston ISD Solicits Catering and Grocery/Produce Distribution Services

Houston Independent School District (HISD) is seeking proposals for catering services and commercial grocery/produce distribution to its schools and departments. - Government Buyer: - Houston Independent School District (HISD) - Products/Services Requested: - Catering services for HISD events and functions - Commercial grocery and produce distribution to HISD schools and departments - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Notable Requirements: - Vendors must comply with liability insurance requirements - Participation in the Minority/Women Owned Business Enterprises (MWBE) Program is required - Fingerprinting and background checks for vendors with direct student contact - Compliance with Buy American provisions - Submission of federal lobbying certification - Comprehensive proposal submission including insurance certificates, HUB participation plans, and conflict of interest forms - Contract Term: - One-year initial term with up to four annual renewals (maximum five years total)

Description

The Houston Independent School District (HISD) is soliciting proposals from qualified vendors for catering and commercial food products and services. The project aims to establish Approved Vendors who meet HISD's criteria and comply with insurance and Minority/Women Owned Business Enterprises (MWBE) requirements. The contract term is from December 1, 2025, through November 30, 2026, with up to four annual renewals, not extending beyond November 30, 2030. Vendors must submit proposals and participate in a virtual pre-proposal conference held on August 26, 2025.

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