4-Proposal Acknowledgement.pdf

This is an RFP Acknowledgement form for food services procurement with the Harris County Juvenile Probation Department in Texas. The form requires a corporate officer, partner, or proprietor to certify that the proposal is submitted without prior understanding, agreement, or collusion with other bidders, and that the submitting party is authorized to execute the acknowledgement and comply with all RFP conditions. The signatory must confirm they have read and understand all RFP documents in their entirety and attest to providing the requested goods and/or services according to published provisions. The service contract is scheduled to begin on or about May 1, 2026, with a one-year term. The form requires collection of standard bidder information including project job number, project description, authorized representative details, company name and address, DUNS number, and contact information.

The acknowledgement form does not specify pricing terms, set-asides, incumbent information, or funding amounts within this document itself. The form serves as a certification mechanism to ensure bid integrity and prevent fraudulent or collusive bidding practices. Prospective bidders must complete and submit this signed acknowledgement as part of their proposal package to be considered for the Harris County Juvenile Probation Department food services contract.