12-Attachment F - Reference Check Form.pdf

This is a Reference Check Form for Past Performance Questions used by the Austin Independent School District (AISD) Food Service in Texas to evaluate vendor qualifications for a fresh produce and a la carte beverage supply contract. The form is completed by reference contacts who have previously conducted business with proposing vendors and serves as a critical component of AISD's Request for Proposals (RFP) evaluation process. The form requests information about the duration of the business relationship, the specific services or goods provided, and contract performance metrics including specification compliance, price honoring, delivery timeliness, communication quality, account representation, responsiveness, scheduling accommodation, and likelihood of future engagement. The reference must be signed and dated by the completing official to certify the accuracy of all information provided.

The form contains ten yes-or-no questions regarding vendor past performance, supplemented by a comments section for detailed feedback from the reference contact. Completion of this form is required from proposers seeking to supply fresh fruits, vegetables, and beverages to AISD Food Service locations on an ongoing basis. The reference check process is designed to assess whether prospective vendors possess the necessary operational capabilities, customer service standards, and reliability to meet the district's procurement requirements while supporting the district's participation in the Good Food Purchasing Program and commitment to quality, sustainability, and ethical sourcing practices.