Catering Services R5

Goose Creek Consolidated Independent School District (GCCISD) is seeking qualified vendors to provide on‑demand catering services for district‑sponsored meetings and events. The solicitation establishes a pre‑approved list of vendors; purchases will be made on an as‑needed basis throughout the contract period. Vendors must submit detailed menus, pricing, health permits, food‑handler certifications, and other required documentation (CIQ, W‑9, Texas Ethics Commission Form 1295, etc.). The contract is for one year with an option to renew annually for up to four additional years. Awards may be made incrementally as proposals are received. Vendors must accept district purchase orders and invoice net‑30. • Scope: Prepared‑food catering (pickup, delivery, full‑set‑up) for breakfasts, lunches, dinners, snacks, and special events. • Required attachments: menus/pricing, health permit, food‑handler/manager certifications, mobile‑food permit (if applicable), fire‑safety certifications, CIQ, W‑9, Form 1295, EDGAR certification. • Evaluation criteria: price (40 pts), vendor reputation (20 pts), quality (20 pts), fit to district needs (15 pts), past performance (5 pts). • Contract term: 1 year, renewable annually; optional month‑to‑month continuation if not re‑awarded. • Submission: Online portal preferred; hard‑copy sealed submissions accepted at 4544 Interstate 10 East, Baytown, TX 77521 by 4 PM CT on 10/2/2026. • Mandatory certifications: valid food establishment permit, food‑handler/manager certifications, and, where applicable, mobile‑food and fire‑safety permits.