Food and Catering Services

Forney Independent School District (“FISD” or “District”) is interested in receiving proposals from qualified firms to establish a list of qualified vendors that offer Food and Catering Services. THIS PROPOSAL DOES NOT INCLUDE CHILD NUTRITION. This is a multi-award bid. Forney ISD makes no guarantee or commitment of any kind concerning quantities that will actually be purchased. Forney ISD makes no guarantee or commitment of any kind regarding usage of any contracts resulting from this solicitation. SUBMISSION OF PROPOSAL Sealed proposals will be received in the office of the Director of Purchasing and Accounts Payable of Forney Independent School District, 600 S. Bois d’Arc Street, Forney, Texas, 75126 until June 30, 2027. Faxed proposals are not acceptable. One (1) hard copy and one (1) electronic copy in a .pdf format on a USB thumb drive is required for paper submission. Mark clearly on the envelope: “RFP 2022-014 RFP Food and Catering Services” - Attention: Purchasing Department

Alternatively, Forney ISD will receive electronic bids through the following email address: Bids4@forneyisd.net. Proposers shall clearly state “RFP 2022-014 RFP Food and Catering Services” in the email subject line. Forney Independent School District reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, to waive any technicalities, and to accept the proposal(s) that is determined to provide the best value to the School District. PROPOSAL TERM The inital term of this contract is July 1, 2022-June 30, 2023, with (4) possible 1-year automatic renewals. Automatic renewals will be awarded provided that the Vendor and Forney ISD remain in good standing and agree on any changes in pricing or procedures. It is the district’s intent to add additional vendors as they become available or enter the local market. Responses to the proposal may be turned in at any time during the term of the contract, but it is advisable to submit as soon as possible to begin providing services to the District. Proposals will be received and evaluated, and either accepted or rejected by the District. Awards will be based on the respondent’s submittal meeting the requirements established herein and offerors will be notified of the District’s decision. Once the vendor has responded to this request and has been notified of the District’s award, there is no need to respond again until the district publishes a new bid at the end of the contract period. Forney ISD RFP 2022-014 RFP Food and Catering Services Page 3 of 47 SPECIFICATION/SCOPE OF WORK This proposal process is anticipated to provide the District staff with an approved list of vendors offering catering services to the District. The District intends to provide its patrons with catering services at a fiscally responsible cost. While the offeror cost is of great importance, proposing the lowest price will not assure award of the service. The District will demand safe, reliable, on-time and efficient services; failure to address District concerns and/or requirements for any such matter will disqualify the offeror from consideration. These services are to be provided on an “as needed” basis. Orders shall be delivered to any of the District locations or orders may be picked up by the participating school or department. The food catering services are including, but not limited to: Baked Goods (Donuts, Danish, Bagels, Muffins or other pastries with condiments), Platters or Trays, Boxed Lunches, Deli Sandwiches, Buffets, Pizzas, Deserts and Beverages. Each individual school or department will place orders using an approved purchase order. EVALUATION PROCESS Final evaluation of this bid will be based on the weighted criteria contained in Texas Education Code 44.031-(b), and listed below. 1. the purchase price/discount 5 2. the reputation of the vendor and of the vendor’s goods or services; 15 3. the quality of the vendor’s goods or services; 1