5-DISD TsCs Deviation Request 1.13.2026.xlsx

This is a Terms and Conditions Deviation Request document submitted by Dallas Independent School District (DISD) regarding an Industrial Safety and Equipment Certification Program procurement. The RFP seeks a qualified provider to deliver OSHA 10 and Powered Industrial Truck (Forklift) certification training for high school students on a district-wide, as-needed basis. The program must include hands-on instruction and practical experience, with the provider also responsible for hosting a career fair and facilitating employment connections for certified students. The contract term is structured as an initial three-year agreement with two successive one-year renewal options, allowing for a maximum contract duration of five years. Either party must provide ninety days' written notice if it intends not to renew the contract at the expiration of any term. The procurement is being conducted in accordance with 2 CFR Part 200 requirements and may utilize local, state, federal, and grant-funded resources.

The deviation request document indicates that DISD is seeking modification to its standard terms and conditions, specifically regarding G&A (General and Administrative) variation requests, which are normally required to obtain written approval and acceptance. The document references an image attachment that provides additional details on the specific clause being challenged and the recommended amended language. This procurement encourages all vendors to participate, including sole-source providers, and represents a district-wide initiative to expand industrial skills certification and career pathway opportunities for secondary students.