5-2227YS -F Fine Arts Clinicians, Accompanists and Technicians.pdf
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- Solicitation number
- 2227YS-F
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- Harris County, Knox City Town, Texas
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Summary of RFP #2227YS-F Fine Arts Clinicians/Technicians and Accompanists
This is a Request for Proposals (RFP) issued by the Purchasing Department of Katy Independent School District (Katy ISD) in Texas for qualified clinicians, technicians, and accompanists to provide fine arts services and production design across all district fine arts programs. Katy ISD seeks to establish multiple contracts with vendors who can provide instruction, coaching, and technical support in the following areas: Mariachi, Band, Choir, Orchestra, Art, Theater, Cheer, Dance, Elementary Music, Color Guard, Percussion, Marching Band, and other fine arts programs as determined by the district. Clinicians provide expert instruction and guidance to students and educators; accompanists supply musical accompaniment for rehearsals, performances, and competitions; and technicians provide technical support including equipment setup, sound systems, lighting coordination, and event planning. Responses must be submitted online through the Katy ISD Bonfire System no later than Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. CST, with a question deadline of Friday, March 6, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. CST. The contract term extends from the date of award through June 1, 2024, with three optional one-year renewal periods, with the final contract expiration date of June 1, 2027. Purchase orders will be issued on an as-needed basis following contract award and Board of Trustees approval.
Vendors must provide pricing for their respective areas of expertise using the bid table in the Bonfire system, with all travel expenses included in proposed pricing and no separate listing of travel or miscellaneous costs permitted. Katy ISD is exempt from Texas and local sales taxes and federal excise taxes, and responses should not include such taxes. Firm pricing is required for the first contract term, with any subsequent price changes requiring written notice to the Director of Purchasing at least thirty days prior to the effective date. Evaluation will be conducted by a Katy ISD committee using a point-based system weighing purchase price (25 points), vendor reputation (20 points), quality of goods or services (20 points), extent to which services meet district needs (10 points), vendor's past relationship with the district or similar-sized entities (10 points), long-term cost (5 points), and extent of agreement with solicitation terms and conditions (10 points). Currently awarded vendors on RFPs 2227YS, 2227YS-A through 2227YS-E are exempt from resubmitting to this RFP. Insurance requirements vary based on contract type and project scope, with individual presenters and certain small projects requiring no insurance while company consultants and larger projects require general liability coverage up to $1,000,000 and workers' compensation insurance. Payment will be made upon receipt and acceptance of services in accordance with the Texas Prompt Payment Act, and vendors must pay subcontractors within ten days of receiving district payment.
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RFP #2227YS-F Fine Arts Clinicians/Technicians and Accompanist to be used by multiple campuses and departments.
Issued by:
Alkisha Fletcher
Email: alkishasfletcher@katyisd.org
Katy ISD Purchasing Department URL: Katy ISD-Purchasing Department
Phone: (281) 396-6260
Online Submittal Deadline
Tuesday, March 31, 2026 2:00 p.m. CST https://www.katyisd.org/Page/7578
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Items below represent components which comprise this RFP package. Respondents are asked to review the package to be sure that all applicable parts are included. If any portion of the package is missing, please notify {Alkisha Fletcher} immediately.
Part
1.0 Notice of Intention
2.0 Request for Proposals (RFP) Requirements
3.0 Special Terms and Conditions
4.0 Scope & Specifications
5.0 Evaluation & Award of RFP
6.0 Pricing/Delivery Information
7.0 Attachments
1.0 Notice of Intention
It is the intention of Katy ISD to solicit responses to this Request for Proposal (RFP) from qualified Clinicians/Technicians and Accompanists to provide Fine Arts services for students and production design for all KISD’s fine arts programs. The district seeks multiple vendors to establish a list of Clinicians/Technicians and Accompanists that can provide services to KISD. Katy ISD is utilizing the Request for Proposals (RFP) method for the procurement of this service in accordance with Texas Education Code § 44.031 (a)(3). For information regarding the RFP process, please contact the Purchasing Department at (281) 396-6260.
Terms Contract terms for this solicitation and any supplemental contracts shall be from the date of award, through June 1, 2024, with (3) three optional renewals. The district has the option to renew this contract with the same terms, conditions, and rates. Contract and all supplemental contracts will expire June 1, 2027.
Terms are as listed:
Date of award -June 1, 2024
Optional renewal #1-Date of Renewal-June 1, 2025 Supplemental Bids-date of award-June 1, 2025
Optional renewal #2-Date of Renewal-June 1, 2026 Supplemental Bids-date of award-June 1, 2026
Optional renewal #3(Final)-Date of Renewal-June 1, 2027 Supplemental Bids-date of the award-June 1, 2027
Renewals If Katy ISD chooses to renew, letters will be sent out prior to the expiration date for signature. The vendor shall return the signed renewal letter by email to the contact listed on the renewal letter. It is crucial to note that failure to return the signed renewal letter by the deadline shall be considered a non-renewal of this Contract.
Please make sure to adhere to the stated deadline to avoid any issues.
Interested vendors should respond to this RFP and submit responses to Katy ISD for consideration.
2.0 Request for Proposals (RFP) Requirements
Please read this entire RFP document and specifications carefully. Respondent must complete all forms and submit their bid with all appropriate attachments.
2.1 Request for Proposals (RFP) Documents
It is the responsibility of the vendor submitting a response to make certain that the Katy ISD Bonfire System has the appropriate company name, authorized representatives, and contact information on file for the purpose of receiving notices, changes, addenda, or other critical information.
2.2 Tentative Timetable
Katy ISD anticipates following the timetable listed below for this solicitation:
Item Activity Date & Time (all times listed as CST)
1 Solicitation starts to advertise (1st run) Sunday, February 1, 2026
2 Solicitation advertised (2nd run) Sunday, February 8, 2026
3 Deadline for Questions 4 Deadline for submission of responses
Friday, March 6, 2026 @2:00pm CST Tuesday, March 31, 2026 @2:00pm CST
The table above is only an estimate and may vary.
2.3 Requirements for Responses
a) Respondents must submit solicitations by (Monday, March 31, 2026 2:00 p.m. CST). Please refer to the “Instructions to Vendors” section to ensure that you submit all required information in the Katy ISD Bonfire System.
b) Katy ISD does not accept responses after the due date and time.
2.4 Rights Reserved by Katy ISD and Restrictions on RFP Process
a) Katy ISD reserves the right to cancel this solicitation in whole or in part by issuance of a revised or amended Request for Proposals.
b) Katy ISD further reserves the right to award one or more contracts, in part or in whole, to a single or to multiple prospective vendors. The decision to award multiple contracts, award only one contract, or to make no awards rests solely with Katy ISD. Katy ISD may make multiple awards, and this fact should be taken into consideration by each vendor.
c) Katy ISD assumes no financial responsibility for any costs incurred by prospective vendors in developing and submitting a response, any amendments, or addenda; participating in bid conferences, negotiation sessions, or discussions; or any other costs incurred by vendors prior to award of a contract pursuant to this RFP.
d) Katy ISD reserves the right to reject any and/or all responses, to award contracts for individual products or services as may appear advantageous, and to negotiate separately in any manner necessary to serve the best interests of the School District. Katy ISD further reserves the right to accept, reject, or negotiate modifications in any terms of a proposed vendor’s response or any parts thereof. Katy ISD further reserves the right to waive any formalities or technicalities if deemed in the best interest of the School District.
e) Katy ISD reserves the right to be the sole judge of quality, make all decisions regarding this RFP, including, without limitation, the right to decide whether a Proposal substantially complies with the requirements of this RFP.
f) The District may elect to issue subsequent proposals and approve additional vendors for the same or similar items/services during the agreement period, if it is determined to be in the best interest of the District. Subsequent proposals will have the same proposal number followed by an alpha character (i.e., Proposal XXXX-A). Vendors that have responded successfully to the original or a subsequent proposal do not have to respond to other subsequent proposals.
2.5 Questions and Clarification
a) Questions regarding the requirements specified in this solicitation must be submitted within the Katy ISD
Bonfire System.
b) Katy ISD will not answer verbal questions; any responses to a prospective vendor’s questions will be posted within the Katy ISD Bonfire System.
3.0 SPECIAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS
This portion of the RFP includes instructions on the format vendors must follow in preparing and submitting their responses. It further identifies how questions should be raised and will be addressed.
3.1 Compliance with Terms and Specifications
Vendors are required to respond to all requests identified in this RFP and indicate their acceptance or objection to the terms of the RFP. Any exceptions to the terms, conditions and/or specifications shall be conspicuously noted by the Vendor in writing on the provided deviations form and shall be included with the response. Each vendor, by submitting a response, represents that they have read and understand the RFP.
3.2 Required Response Format
Responses should be direct, concise, complete, and unambiguous. Please ensure that you respond to all documents and attachments in this RFP.
3.3 Interpretation
This solicitation represents the basis for any award and supersedes all prior offers, negotiations, exceptions, and understandings (whether orally or in writing). Submitted responses should be self-explanatory and should not require any clarification or additional information.
3.4 Submission Deadline
Proposals shall be received no later than the submittal day and time deadline in the Katy ISD Bonfire System.
No provisions or exceptions are made for late submissions due to the actions or consequences of the Vendor or a third- party. Any responses received after the submittal deadline date and time will be disqualified.
3.5 Submission Format
Katy ISD will accept bids and proposals submitted online via Katy ISD Bonfire System. Faxed or emailed proposals will not be accepted.
3.6 Vendor Information
The Vendor is responsible for ensuring that Katy ISD has the appropriate company name, authorized representatives, and contact information on file for the purpose of receiving notices, changes, addenda or other critical information.
3.7 Addendum
Any interpretations, corrections, additions, or changes to this RFP will be communicated to vendors by the issuance of an addendum. All vendors shall comply with the requirements specified in any addendum issued by Katy ISD. It is the responsibility of the Vendor, prior to submitting their response, to determine whether an addendum was issued.
3.8 Disqualification
A Vendor may be disqualified before or after the responses are unsealed, upon evidence of collusion with the intent to defraud, or evidence of intent to perform other illegal activities for the purpose of obtaining an unfair competitive advantage. Additionally, responses submitted without all specified required components may not be considered and may be disqualified.
3.9 District Locations
School District locations may be added or removed based on District need as determined Katy ISD during the contract period. A list of the current campus/facility addresses may be found at
Katy ISD Website https://www.katyisd.org/page/1
3.10 No Return of Responses; Withdrawal of Responses
Once submitted, Katy ISD will not return responses to vendors. A Vendor may withdraw their response that has been submitted in the Katy ISD Bonfire System prior to the submittal deadline.
3.11 Open Records Policy
CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION: If a Respondent submits any information considered to be proprietary, trade secret, or otherwise confidential, the Respondent must identify all such information in the bid by clearly marking each page containing confidential information with the words “Confidential Information.” If the Respondent fails to identify confidential information as set forth in this paragraph, it agrees that by submission of its response that the entirety of the response shall be deemed non-confidential and non-proprietary and shall be made available to the public upon request. All responses and parts of responses which are not marked as confidential will automatically be considered public information after the contract is awarded.
Respondents should consult with their legal counsel regarding disclosure issues and take the appropriate precautions to safeguard trade secrets or any other confidential or proprietary information before submitting a response. Katy ISD assumes no liability or responsibility for release of any information not properly identified and documented as confidential pursuant to the requirements set forth herein.
In the event Katy ISD receives a request for portions of a response marked as “Confidential Information” as specified above, Katy ISD shall forward such request to the Office of the Texas Attorney General for an opinion on whether such information may be withheld from disclosure under the Texas Public Information Act. Katy ISD will notify Respondent whose response is the subject of the request when the information is forwarded to the office of the Attorney General. Katy ISD assumes no obligation for asserting legal arguments on behalf of Respondent. Respondents are advised that Katy ISD is obligated to comply with the decision of the Attorney General, including any such decision calling for the release of information marked as “Confidential Information” by a Respondent.
3.12 Responsible Vendor
A responsible vendor is a vendor who has adequate financial resources (or the ability to obtain such resources), can comply with the delivery requirements, and is a qualified and established firm regularly engaged in the type of business that provides the items listed herein.
3.13 Responsive Submissions
Submissions shall be deemed responsive if it meets or exceeds the provisions of the bid solicitation, including specifications and/or scope of work.
3.14 Demos/Interviews
Katy ISD reserves the right to create a short list of vendors based on factors listed in the evaluation criteria.
Interviews may be scheduled with short listed vendors. Should the evaluation committee decide to interview or conduct demos the date, time and location.
3.15 Environmental Initiatives
Katy ISD is committed to reducing waste and promoting energy conservation. Toward that end, vendors responding to this solicitation are encouraged to provide their company’s environmental policy and green initiative.
3.16 Similar Products
Whenever an article or material is defined by Katy ISD in this solicitation by describing a proprietary product or by using the name of a manufacturer or brand name, the term “or equal” if not inserted shall be implied (as applicable). The specified article or material shall be understood as indicating type, function, minimum standard of design, efficiency and quality desired and shall not be construed as to exclude other manufactured products or comparable quality, design and efficiency (as applicable).
4.0 – SCOPE & SPECIFICATIONS
4.1 Request for Proposals Defined
The intention of this Request for Proposals (RFP) is to solicit responses for qualified Clinicians/Technicians and Accompanists and Katy ISD is utilizing the Request for Proposals (RFP) method for the procurement of this service in accordance with Texas Education Code Section 44.031 Purchasing of Contracts, Subsection (a)(3) Request for Proposals. For information regarding the RFP process, contact the Purchasing Department at (281)396-6260.
Interested vendors should respond to this RFP and submit responses to Katy ISD.
*Please note that staff development is not included in this RFP*
**Previous RFP 2105RT Fine Arts Clinicians and Accompanists Bids**
Currently awarded vendors on 2105RT or 2105RTA-D, are required to bid on this new RFP.
4.2 Specifications of Services
It is the intention of Katy ISD to establish one or more contract(s) with highly qualified Vendor(s) for Clinicians/Technicians and Accompanist. Vendor(s) shall, at the request of Katy ISD, provide these products and/or covered services under the terms of this RFP.
Definitions:
Clinicians- School fine arts department clinicians are educators or performers who specialize in providing expert instruction, coaching, and guidance to students and educators in a school's fine arts department. Fine arts departments typically include programs in music, theater, dance, cheer and visual arts.
Clinicians typically have extensive training and experience in their area of expertise, as well as strong teaching and communication skills. They may also have experience working with students or performers of different ages and skill levels and may be able to tailor their instruction to meet the needs of specific groups or individuals.
Clinicians in a school's fine arts department may provide instruction in a specific area of fine arts, such as music theory or performance techniques, or they may provide general guidance and support to students and educators.
Accompanists- A school fine arts department accompanist is a musician who provides accompaniment for students in a school's fine arts programs, such as choirs, bands, orchestras, theater productions, cheer and dance performances. The accompanist may play a variety of instruments, including piano, guitar, and other instruments as needed.
Accompanists work closely with students and educators to provide musical support for rehearsals, performances, and competitions. They may be responsible for accompanying soloists or small groups of students, as well as providing accompaniment for larger ensembles.
Technician- A school district fine arts technician is a skilled professional who provides technical support for various fine arts programs within a school district. Their main responsibility is to ensure that all fine arts events run smoothly, from setting up equipment and sound systems to ensuring that lighting and special effects are properly coordinated.
Fine arts technicians work closely with teachers and students in the fine arts programs, providing guidance and support as needed. They are responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting equipment such as microphones, amplifiers, and soundboards, and must have a strong understanding of technical concepts such as sound mixing, lighting design, and stage management.
In addition to technical support, fine arts technicians may also assist with planning, coordinating, designing events such as concerts, recitals, cheer dance routines, art shows and marching band shows.
Services Include:
Mariachi Clinicians/Technicians - provide instruction and guidance to Mariachi students, assist with music selection and arrangement, and provide technical support for performances and rehearsals.
Band Clinicians/Accompanist/Technicians - provide instruction and guidance to band students, assist with music selection and arrangement, and provide technical support for performances and rehearsals.
Choir Clinicians/Accompanist/Technicians - provide instruction and guidance to choir students, assist with music selection and arrangement, and provide technical support for performances and rehearsals.
Orchestra Clinicians/Accompanist/Technicians - provide instruction and guidance to orchestra students, assist with music selection and arrangement, and provide technical support for performances and rehearsals.
Art Clinicians/Technicians - provide instruction and guidance to art students, assist with curriculum development, and provide technical support for exhibitions and displays.
Theater Clinicians/Technicians - provide instruction and guidance to theater students, assist with curriculum development, and provide technical support for performances and rehearsals.
Cheer Clinicians/Technicians - provide instruction and guidance to cheerleading students, choreograph routines, and provide technical support for performances and rehearsals.
Dance Clinicians/Technicians - provide instruction and guidance to dance students, choreograph routines, and provide technical support for performances and rehearsals.
Elementary Music Clinicians/Accompanists/Technicians - provide instruction and guidance to elementary music students, assist with curriculum development, and provide technical support for performances and rehearsals.
Color Guard Clinician/Technician - provide instruction and guidance to color guard students, choreograph routines, and provide technical support for performances and rehearsals.
Percussion Clinicians/Technicians - provide instruction and guidance to percussion students, assist with music selection and arrangement, and provide technical support for performances and rehearsals.
Marching Show Clinicians/Technicians - provide instruction and guidance to marching band students, assist with music selection and arrangement, and provide technical support for performances and rehearsals.
Other Fine Arts Clinician/Technician and Accompanist - provide instruction and guidance for other fine arts programs as determined by the district.
4.3 Scope of Work
Katy ISD desires to contract from qualified Clinicians/Technicians and Accompanists to provide Fine Arts services for students and production design for all KISD’s fine arts programs.
4.4 Insurance Requirements
When applicable, Vendor shall maintain liability insurance, including non-owned automobile liability, Workmen’s Compensation, and employer’s liability insurance as well adequately protect Katy ISD against such damage, liabilities, claims, losses and expenses (including attorneys’ fees). Vendor agrees to submit certificates of insurance evidencing its insurance coverage when requested by Katy ISD.
See Table Below for Insurance Requirements
Katy Independent School District Insurance Requirements for Independent Contractors
Policy Type
Individual Presenters
Company Consultants
Rentals - In- District
Construction, Installation, Renovation, Building Modifications, Service, Maintenance or Repair Projects
Charter Bus Service Private Lesson
Tutors Individual Consultants
As determined by contract
Inflatable Bouncers
Carnival Rides
Small Projects Less than 4
Days and/or $10,000
Medium Projects $10,000 to < $25,000
Large Projects Equal to or
Greater than $25,000
Commercial General Liability
BI & PD Each Occurrence Not Required 1,000,000 1,000,000 300,000 1,000,000 1,000,000 1,000,000 BI & PD General Aggregate Not Required 1,000,000 1,000,000 600,000 1,000,000 1,000,000 1,000,000 Products & Completed Operations Not Required 1,000,000 1,000,000 600,000 1,000,000 1,000,000 1,000,000 Personal & Adv Injury Not Required 1,000,000 1,000,000 300,000 1,000,000 1,000,000 1,000,000 Sexual Assault and Molestation Not Required 1,000,000 1,000,000 300,000 1,000,000 1,000,000 1,000,000 Fire & Legal Liability Not Required 100,000 100,000 50,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 Medical Expenses Not Required 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000
Commercial Auto Liability Not Required
Bodily Injury Each Person Not Required 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 1,000,000 1,000,000 Bodily Injury Each Accident Not Required 300,000 300,000 300,000 300,000 2,000,000 2,000,000 Property
Damage Each Occurrence Not Required 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 $250,000 $250,000
Combined Single Limit Not Required 1,000,000 3,000,000
Umbrella Liability (Excess) Not Required Not Required Not required Not required
Over GL, Auto & Workers' Comp Not Required 1,000,000
One times the contract amount for contracts exceeding $1M up to $25M.
$1M minimum.
5,000,000
Workers' Compensation Not Required Required Required Required Required Required Required Employers Liability Not Required 1,000,000 1,000,000 1,000,000 1,000,000 1,000,000 1,000,000 Do you accept accident policies & waivers in lieu of workers comp?
Not Required No No No No No No
Builders' Risk/Installation Floater Not Required N/A N/A N/A Full Insurable Value of Project
Full Insurable Value of Project N/A
Owners' & Contractor's Protective Liability
Not Required N/A N/A N/A 1,000,000 1,000,000 N/A
Professional Errors & Omissions Liability for certified professionals
As Requested based on project.
As determined by contract N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
Insurance Company "AM Best" Rating A-VII A-VII A-VII A-VII A-VII A-VII
Cancellation Notice Not Required 30 Days 30 Days 30 Days 30 Days 30 Days 30 Days
Bonds
Bid Bond N/A N/A N/A If Requested If Requested If Requested N/A Payment Bond N/A N/A N/A N/A 100% 100% N/A Performance Bond N/A N/A N/A N/A 100% 100% N/A
Other
Bodily Injury & Property Damage Injury Releases Yes
5.0 – EVALUATION AND AWARD OF RFP
In accordance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations for public purchasing, award(s) will be made to the responsible vendor(s) whose response(s) is/are determined, after evaluation by a committee of Katy ISD administrators and educators, to be the best value for the district. To qualify for evaluation, a response must have been submitted on time and must materially satisfy all mandatory requirements identified in this RFP solicitation.
5.1 Evaluation Criteria
A committee selected by the Katy ISD Purchasing Department will review and evaluate all responses and make a recommendation for contract award. This recommendation will be based on the following factors, in accordance with Texas Education Code § 44.031:
Evaluation Criteria Point System
Purchase price Offer a fair reasonable price for items or services to be procured by Katy ISD. 25
Reputation of the Vendor and of the Vendor’s goods or services Vendor should have a solid reputation with other ISD’s, Government or Collegiate entities that show a high level of customer service, a high level of quality of good or services.
Quality of the vendor’s goods or services 20
Extent to which the goods or services meet the district’s needs. 10
Vendor’s past relationship with the district or similar size district.
If no experience with the district, then with an entity of similar size and scope. 10
Long-term cost to the district to acquire the Vendor’s goods or services. 5
Whether the Vendor’s Principal place of business is in the state of Texas or employs 500 people in this state. 0
The impact on the ability of the district to comply with laws and rules relating to historically underutilized businesses; n/a
Extent to which the Vendor agrees to and/or deviates from Katy ISD’s Solicitation Information and Instructions, Standard Terms and Conditions and Special Terms and Conditions
Any other relevant factor specifically listed in the solicitation. 0
TOTAL
points
5.2 Formation of Contract
A response to this solicitation is an offer to contract with Katy ISD based upon the terms, conditions, scope of work, and specifications contained in this procurement solicitation. A solicitation/response does not become a contract unless and until it is accepted, evaluated, and awarded by Katy ISD, including Katy ISD Board of Trustees approval, when required.
5.3 Non-Exclusive Contract
Any contract resulting from this solicitation is non-exclusive and shall be awarded with the understanding and agreement that it is for the sole convenience of Katy ISD. Katy ISD is free to have multiple contracts for the awarded goods and services and may initiate other procurement solicitations or purchasing activity with other vendors at any time, in Katy ISD’s sole discretion.
5.4 Awards
Awards will be made to the successful vendor(s) for the total line of products and services submitted. Awards will be based on the criteria set forth within this document. Katy ISD reserves the right to award contracts to multiple vendors if these vendors offer items that are unique and have value to Katy ISD. Katy ISD shall comply with the Texas Public Information Act in the event Katy ISD receives an open records request for information relating to responses submitted in response to this RFP.
5.5 Purchase Orders
Purchase orders will be issued on an as-needed basis. The district will not be responsible for any products and/or services rendered without a Katy ISD purchase order signed electronically by authorized District personnel and/or proper authorization by the district’s purchasing Department. Requests for items will originate at each campus or department and the subsequent purchase order will be processed only by the Katy ISD Purchasing Department.
Please note that items and/or services are not to be delivered/provided to Katy ISD without an approved purchase order. If your company provides an item and/or service without a properly drawn Katy ISD purchase order, you are not guaranteed payment and the item/or service you provided could be constituted as a donation.
5.6 Invoices
Invoices shall show the Katy ISD purchase order number, copy of signed delivery ticket, and bid name, and shall be emailed directly to AP@KatyISD.org.
5.7 Inspection & Acceptance
Awarded vendor(s) shall deliver the goods or services procured on this contract to the Katy ISD Department issuing a Purchase Order. If delivery is not or cannot be made within proper time period, the awarded vendor must receive authorization from the issuing Katy ISD Department for the delayed delivery. If defective or incorrect goods are delivered, Katy ISD may make the determination, in its sole discretion, to return the goods to the vendor at no cost to Katy ISD. The vendor agrees to pay all shipping and handling costs for any such return shipment. The vendor also shall be responsible for arranging the return of the defective or incorrect goods.
5.8 Payment Terms
Payment will be made upon receipt and acceptance by Katy ISD of item(s) ordered and receipt of a valid invoice, in accordance with the State of Texas Prompt Payment Act, Chapter 2251, Government Code VTCA.
As required by law, the awarded contractor is required to pay subcontractors within ten (10) days from the receipt of this payment.
5.9 E-Payables Solution
Katy ISD has implemented an E-Payables solution. All vendors and contractors doing business with Katy ISD will be offered the option of accepting payments through the District’s E-Payables VISA account. This payment will be transmitted electronically to the vendor on or before the due date, and receipt of funds will be as per the terms of the merchant’s VISA agreement. Payment terms, unless negotiated with the district, will remain the same. Vendors and contractors may negotiate, and the district will consider earlier payment terms if such terms are advantageous to Katy ISD.
mailto:AP@KatyISD.org
6.0 – PRICING / DELIVERY INFORMATION
6.1 Pricing
Vendors shall provide pricing for their respective areas of expertise using the bid table available in Bonfire-RFP contract management.
The project rate is for a service that extends beyond a daily or hourly rate due to the scope and/or timeline of the job and may include services provided across multiple functions.
**All travel expenses must be included in the proposed total pricing. Quotes/invoices shall not list travel/misc.
expenses**
Tax Exemption
Katy ISD is exempt by law from the payment of Texas and Local Sales Tax and Federal Excise Tax. Responses should not include any such taxes.
6.2 Percentage Discount
If applicable, respondents should provide a discount off shelf, catalog, price list and/or website. The actual cost to Katy ISD will be the price less the percent discount quoted by the vendor in this proposal. Completing the Discount Section – If offering current shelf, catalog, list, or website pricing only, with no additional discounts, so indicate on the Discount Section of the proposal form in the ‘PERCENTAGE DISCOUNT’ column with 0% as the discount to be taken from the purchase total. The discounts requested will be a percentage off (-) current shelf, catalog, website and/or published price list(s).
6.3 Firm Pricing
Firm pricing is requested for the first (1) term of the contract. Notice of any changes thereafter must be submitted in writing to the Director of Purchasing, at least thirty (30) days prior to the effective date of the increase. Invoices with price changes that did not receive prior approval from the Purchasing Department will not be honored. If during the term of the contract, the vendor’s costs are lowered and such savings are passed along to other customers, it is understood and agreed that the benefits of such reduction shall be extended to Katy ISD.
6.4 Freight / Delivery / Inspection & Acceptance
All deliveries shall be F.O.B. Destination and Inside Delivery. Deliveries shall be made during Katy ISD Regular Hours.
A purchase order(s) shall be generated by Katy ISD to the Vendor. The purchase order number must appear on all itemized invoices and packing slips. Katy ISD will not be held responsible for any orders placed/delivered without a valid current purchase order number.
7.0 – ATTACHMENTS
7.1 Required Attachment(s)
Please complete the Attachment Packet attached to the proposal in the Katy ISD Bonfire System https://katyisd.bonfirehub.com/portal/?tab=openOpportunities https://katyisd.bonfirehub.com/portal/?tab=openOpportunities
| Issued by: |
| Online Submittal Deadline |
| TABLE OF CONTENTS |
| 1.0 Notice of Intention |
| 2.0 Request for Proposals (RFP) Requirements |
| 2.1 Request for Proposals (RFP) Documents |
| 2.2 Tentative Timetable |
| 2.3 Requirements for Responses |
| 2.4 Rights Reserved by Katy ISD and Restrictions on RFP Process |
| 2.5 Questions and Clarification |
| 3.0 SPECIAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS |
| 3.1 Compliance with Terms and Specifications |
| 3.2 Required Response Format |
| 3.3 Interpretation |
| 3.4 Submission Deadline |
| 3.5 Submission Format |
| 3.6 Vendor Information |
| 3.7 Addendum |
| 3.8 Disqualification |
| 3.9 District Locations |
| 3.10 No Return of Responses; Withdrawal of Responses |
| 3.11 Open Records Policy |
| 3.12 Responsible Vendor |
| 3.13 Responsive Submissions |
| 3.14 Demos/Interviews |
| 3.15 Environmental Initiatives |
| 3.16 Similar Products |
| 4.0 – SCOPE & SPECIFICATIONS |
| 4.1 Request for Proposals Defined |
| 4.2 Specifications of Services |
| 4.3 Scope of Work |
| 4.4 Insurance Requirements |
| 5.0 – EVALUATION AND AWARD OF RFP |
| 5.1 Evaluation Criteria |
| 5.2 Formation of Contract |
| 5.3 Non-Exclusive Contract |
| 5.4 Awards |
| 5.5 Purchase Orders |
| 5.6 Invoices |
| 5.7 Inspection & Acceptance |
| 5.8 Payment Terms |
| 5.9 E-Payables Solution |
| 6.0 – PRICING / DELIVERY INFORMATION |
| 6.1 Pricing |
| Vendors shall provide pricing for their respective areas of expertise using the bid table available in Bonfire-RFP contract management. |
| The project rate is for a service that extends beyond a daily or hourly rate due to the scope and/or timeline of the job and may include services provided across multiple functions. |
| **All travel expenses must be included in the proposed total pricing. Quotes/invoices shall not list travel/misc. expenses** |
| Tax Exemption |
| 6.2 Percentage Discount |
| 6.3 Firm Pricing |
| 6.4 Freight / Delivery / Inspection & Acceptance |
| 7.0 – ATTACHMENTS |
| 7.1 Required Attachment(s) |
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