LAREDO INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

RFP 26-024 CNP Kitchen Equipment

I. PURPOSE:

The Laredo Independent School District - LISD (herein after referred to as District) is soliciting proposals from responsible vendors who offer kitchen equipment.

II. BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

The Laredo Independent School District (LISD) was established in 1882. LISD is a district sprawling more than 13 square miles. The Laredo Independent School District is made up of 33 educational institutions: 20 elementary schools, four middle schools, and four high schools including Hector Garcia Early College High School located on the campus of Texas A&M International University, the Lara Academy, our alternative education campus, and the Jose Valdez Non-Traditional High School, and four magnet schools. The four magnet schools are the Vidal M. Treviño School of Communications and Fine Arts, located across the street from Nixon High School, Esther G. Buckley Early College High School, located at Martin High School, and the Sabas Perez School for Engineering and Technology Education, located at Cigarroa High School and the new Business, Industry and Public Service Early College Academy at Nixon High School.

The district has a yearly average student enrollment of 19,000 and over 3,761 employees striving for academic excellence. At LISD, learning is the key to a bright and successful future. By setting high standards, the district plays a crucial role in preparing the students to meet the challenges and demands of today's high-tech and multicultural work place.

III. SUBMISSION/SCOPE SPECIFICATIONS:

Due Date: October 13, 2026 at 2:30 p.m. (C.S.T.)

Request for Proposal No: RFP #26-024 Project Name: CNP Kitchen Equipment

IV. SCOPE SPECIFICATIONS/SUBMISSION:

Provide quote for Preferred Specification or Approved Equal.

USA Made Preferred.

Site Visit: Required – all dealers intending to submit bids must participate in the scheduled site visit on the selected dates. - District to determine dates – Information will schedule visit will be uploaded on Bonfire, the District’s online bidding software called, Scheduled Visits Information.

Vendor Scope of Work – Turnkey

1. Verification of Requirements (KEC/Vendor shall be responsible for the following) o Verify all quantities, measurements, direction of operation, door swings, hinging, voltages, and utility specifications provided and drawings if those are part of the quote.

o It is required to conduct an in-person onsite inspection prior to bid to confirm utilities and installation requirements.

o Sign in will be required through the Raptor system at each location. This is a school requirement for safety and security reasons.

o Confirm all specifications for accuracy before placing equipment orders. Must complete any utility verification forms as required by manufacturer.

2. Removal of Existing Equipment o Disassemble, remove, (including of electrical/plumbing utilities disconnects) and transport existing equipment to designated district warehouse for storage. Address to be provided.

3. Delivery and Installation of New Equipment o Accept, receive, uncrate, assemble, deliver, and set new equipment in place at the designated campus location.

o Photograph equipment during uncrating to document conditions and identify potential freight damage.

o Connect equipment to existing utilities to include electrical and plumbing as required for complete installation.

o (KEC) Kitchen Equipment Contractor shall provide cost/quote for necessary electrical upgrades if required, as determined during the onsite utility verification visit and provide quote of work to be performed to make equipment installation ready (electrical, plumbing) along with equipment quote.

o Vendor will provide new electrical if needed and make final connections.

o IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE VENDOR TO VERIFY VOLTAGE AND ANY UTILITY

MODIFICATIONS PRIOR TO ORDERING EQUIPMENT

o Perform equipment startup to confirm proper operation and functionality as may be required.

4. Site Coordination and Clean-Up o (KEC) Kitchen Equipment/Vendor shall coordinate installation activities and scheduling with the School

District, ASA, and all other subcontractors as necessary.

o Ensure all trash, packaging, and debris resulting from removal and installation are cleaned and removed from the site.

5. Additional installation requirements o Installation to include hardwiring, if needed.

o Running new wire / updated electrical breakers, if needed to match specification requirements of new equipment.

o Installation also to include modifying cold water connection coming off wall and connecting to new steamer per the steamers’ requirements.

o Wall receptacles are to be updated to meet new equipment’s requirements.

o Drain for steamer to be ran to nearest available floor drain o It is the responsibility of the vendor to deliver a complete turnkey installation with equipment working as designed before dealer to invoice the district.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS TO DEALER/VENDOR

It is the responsibility of the dealer to provide a quote to deliver, remove old, uncrate, install new, provide quote on any electrical or utility upgrade to have equipment install ready. Install equipment, connect and remove all debris and trash

Equipment:

ALMA PIERCE ELEMENTARY - EQUIPMENT

Provide (1) Accutemp Evolution Single Steamer Electric on stand, or previously approved equal Single Stack Accutemp Evolution Steamer, boiler-less steam that utilizes Patent Pending Steam Vector Technology for faster cook times, improved energy efficiency, better pan to pan uniformity, and less water consumption. Unit can accommodate up to (6) full-size steam table pans per cavity. Steam Vector Technology has no moving parts inside the cooking chamber. Steam to be produced inside the cooking cavity with no heating components exposed to water. Unit to use less than 1 gallon of water per hour. Unit to include low water, high water, over-temp warning lights and auto shut off feature. Unit to be provided with heavy duty, field reversible door and standard digital controls with independent timer. No water filtration or treatment required. Unit to be mounted on a stainless-steel support stand with adjustable bullet feet. Unit to be UL Safety and Sanitation Certified and Energy Star qualified.

Built in USA. Unit is equipped with (1) 5' cord & NEMA plugs, (1) ¾” male garden hose connector for water inlet and (1) ¾” barbed drain line connector.

WARRANTY: 5 Years Parts and Labor, 7-year steamer chamber warranty

(1) Water line, dealer provided

(1) Drain line, dealer provided

BRUNI ELEMENTARY - EQUIPMENT

Provide (1) Accutemp Evolution Single Steamer Electric on stand or previously approved equal

Single Stack Accutemp Evolution Steamer, boiler-less steam that utilizes Patent Pending Steam Vector Technology for faster cook times, improved energy efficiency, better pan to pan uniformity, and less water consumption. Unit can accommodate up to (6) full-size steam table pans per cavity. Steam Vector Technology has no moving parts inside the cooking chamber. Steam to be produced inside the cooking cavity with no heating components exposed to water. Unit to use less than 1 gallon of water per hour. Unit to include low water, high water, over-temp warning lights and auto shut off feature. Unit to be provided with heavy duty, field reversible door and standard digital controls with independent timer. No water filtration or treatment required. Units to be mounted on a stainless-steel support stand with adjustable bullet feet. Unit to be UL Safety and Sanitation Certified and Energy Star qualified.

Built in USA. Unit is equipped with (1) 5' cord & NEMA plugs, (1) ¾” male garden hose connector for water inlet and (1) ¾” barbed drain line connector.

WARRANTY: 5 Years Parts and Labor, 7-year steamer chamber warranty

(1) Water line, dealer provided

(1) Drain line, dealer provided

CHRISTENSEN MIDDLE SCHOOL - EQUIPMENT

Provide (1) Accutemp Evolution Double Stack Steamer Electric on stand or previously approved equal

Double Stack Accutemp Evolution Steamer, boiler-less steam that utilizes Patent Pending Steam Vector Technology for faster cook times, improved energy efficiency, better pan to pan uniformity, and less water consumption. Unit can accommodate up to (6) full-size steam table pans per cavity. Steam Vector Technology has no moving parts inside the cooking chamber. Steam to be produced inside the cooking cavity with no heating components exposed to water. Unit to use less than 1 gallon of water per hour. Unit to include low water, high water, over-temp warning lights and auto shut off feature. Unit to be provided with heavy duty, field reversible door and standard digital controls with independent timer. No water filtration or treatment required. Units to be mounted on a stainless-steel support stand with adjustable bullet feet. Unit to be UL Safety and Sanitation Certified and Energy Star qualified. Built in USA. Double stacked unit is equipped with (1) 5' cord & NEMA plugs, (1) ¾” male garden hose connector for water inlet and (1) ¾” barbed drain line connector.

WARRANTY: 5-years Parts and Labor, 7-year steamer chamber warranty

(1) Water line, dealer provided

(1) Drain line, dealer provided

CIGARROA MIDDLE SCHOOL – EQUIPMENT

Provide (1) Accutemp Evolution Double Stack Steamer Electric on stand or previously approved equal

Double Stack Accutemp Evolution Steamer, boiler-less steam that utilizes Patent Pending Steam Vector Technology for faster cook times, improved energy efficiency, better pan to pan uniformity, and less water consumption. Unit can accommodate up to (6) full-size steam table pans per cavity. Steam Vector Technology has no moving parts inside the cooking chamber. Steam to be produced inside the cooking cavity with no heating components exposed to water. Unit to use less than 1 gallon of water per hour. Unit to include low water, high water, over-temp warning lights and auto shut off feature. Unit to be provided with heavy duty, field reversible door and standard digital controls with independent timer. No water filtration or treatment required. Units to be mounted on a stainless-steel support stand with adjustable bullet feet. Unit to be UL Safety and Sanitation Certified and Energy Star qualified. Built in USA. Double stacked unit is equipped with (1) 5' cord & NEMA plugs, (1) ¾” male garden hose connector for water inlet and (1) ¾” barbed drain line connector.

WARRANTY: 5-years Parts and Labor, 7-year steamer chamber warranty

(1) Water line, dealer provided

(1) Drain line, dealer provided

DAICHES ELEMENTARY - EQUIPMENT

Provide (1) Accutemp Evolution Single Steamer Electric on stand or previously approved equal

Single Stack Accutemp Evolution Steamer, boiler-less steam that utilizes Patent Pending Steam Vector Technology for faster cook times, improved energy efficiency, better pan to pan uniformity, and less water consumption. Unit can accommodate up to (6) full-size steam table pans per cavity. Steam Vector Technology has no moving parts inside the cooking chamber. Steam to be produced inside the cooking cavity with no heating components exposed to water. Unit to use less than 1 gallon of water per hour. Unit to include low water, high water, over-temp warning lights and auto shut off feature. Unit to be provided with heavy duty, field reversible door and standard digital controls with independent timer. No water filtration or treatment required. Unit to be mounted on a stainless-steel support stand with adjustable bullet feet. Unit to be UL Safety and Sanitation Certified and Energy Star qualified.

Built in USA. Single stacked unit is equipped with (1) 5' cord & NEMA plugs, (1) ¾” male garden hose connector for water inlet and (1) ¾” barbed drain line connector.

WARRANTY: 5-years Parts and Labor, 7-year steamer chamber warranty

(1) Water line, dealer provided

(1) Drain line, dealer provided

HACHAR ELEMENTARY – EQUIPMENT

Provide (1) Accutemp Evolution Single Steamer Electric on stand or previously approved equal

Single Stack Accutemp Evolution Steamer, boiler-less steam that utilizes Patent Pending Steam Vector Technology for faster cook times, improved energy efficiency, better pan to pan uniformity, and less water consumption. Unit can accommodate up to (6) full-size steam table pans per cavity. Steam Vector Technology has no moving parts inside the cooking chamber. Steam to be produced inside the cooking cavity with no heating components exposed to water. Unit to use less than 1 gallon of water per hour. Unit to include low water, high water, over-temp warning lights and auto shut off feature. Unit to be provided with heavy duty, field reversible door and standard digital controls with independent timer. No water filtration or treatment required. Unit to be mounted on a stainless-steel support stand with adjustable bullet feet. Unit to be UL Safety and Sanitation Certified and Energy Star qualified.

Built in USA. Single stacked unit is equipped with (1) 5' cord & NEMA plugs, (1) ¾” male garden hose connector for water inlet and (1) ¾” barbed drain line connector. VOLTAGE AND PHASE TO BE DETERIMINED BY

DEALER BEFORE ORDERING AND IS RESPONSIBILITY OF DEALER AND MODEL NUMBER MAY

CHANGE DUE TO VOLTAGE AND PHASE CHANGE.

WARRANTY: 5-years Parts and Labor, 7-year steamer chamber warranty

DOVALINA ELEMENTARY – EQUIPMENT

Provide (1) Accutemp Evolution Single Steamer Electric on stand or previously approved equal

Single Stack Accutemp Evolution Steamer, boiler-less steam that utilizes Patent Pending Steam Vector Technology for faster cook times, improved energy efficiency, better pan to pan uniformity, and less water consumption. Unit can accommodate up to (6) full-size steam table pans per cavity. Steam Vector Technology has no moving parts inside the cooking chamber. Steam to be produced inside the cooking cavity with no heating components exposed to water. Unit to use less than 1 gallon of water per hour. Unit to include low water, high water, over-temp warning lights and auto shut off feature. Unit to be provided with heavy duty, field reversible door and standard digital controls with independent timer. No water filtration or treatment required. Unit to be mounted on a stainless-steel support stand with adjustable bullet feet. Unit to be UL Safety and Sanitation Certified and Energy Star qualified.

Built in USA. Single stacked unit is equipped with (1) 5' cord & NEMA plugs, (1) ¾” male garden hose connector for water inlet and (1) ¾” barbed drain line connector.

WARRANTY: 5-years Parts and Labor, 7-year steamer chamber warranty

(1) Water line, dealer provided

(1) Drain line, dealer provided

FARIAS ELEMENTARY – EQUIPMENT

Provide (1) Accutemp Evolution Single Steamer Electric on stand or previously approved equal

Single Stack Accutemp Evolution Steamer, boiler-less steam that utilizes Patent Pending Steam Vector Technology for faster cook times, improved energy efficiency, better pan to pan uniformity, and less water consumption. Unit can accommodate up to (6) full-size steam table pans per cavity. Steam Vector Technology has no moving parts inside the cooking chamber. Steam to be produced inside the cooking cavity with no heating components exposed to water. Unit to use less than 1 gallon of water per hour. Unit to include low water, high water, over-temp warning lights and auto shut off feature. Unit to be provided with heavy duty, field reversible door and standard digital controls with independent timer. No water filtration or treatment required. Unit to be mounted on a stainless-steel support stand with adjustable bullet feet. Unit to be UL Safety and Sanitation Certified and Energy Star qualified.

Built in USA. Single stacked unit is equipped with (1) 5' cord & NEMA plugs, (1) ¾” male garden hose connector for water inlet and (1) ¾” barbed drain line connector.

WARRANTY: 5-years Parts and Labor, 7-year steamer chamber warranty

(1) Water line, dealer provided

(1) Drain line, dealer provided

HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY – EQUIPMENT

Provide (1) Accutemp Evolution Single Steamer Electric on stand or previously approved equal

Single Stack Accutemp Evolution Steamer, boiler-less steam that utilizes Patent Pending Steam Vector Technology for faster cook times, improved energy efficiency, better pan to pan uniformity, and less water consumption. Unit can accommodate up to (6) full-size steam table pans per cavity. Steam Vector Technology has no moving parts inside the cooking chamber. Steam to be produced inside the cooking cavity with no heating components exposed to water. Unit to use less than 1 gallon of water per hour. Unit to include low water, high water, over-temp warning lights and auto shut off feature. Unit to be provided with heavy duty, field reversible door and standard digital controls with independent timer. No water filtration or treatment required. Unit to be mounted on a stainless-steel support stand with adjustable bullet feet. Unit to be UL Safety and Sanitation Certified and Energy Star qualified.

Built in USA. Single stacked unit is equipped with (1) 5' cord & NEMA plugs, (1) ¾” male garden hose connector for water inlet and (1) ¾” barbed drain line connector.

WARRANTY: 5-years Parts and Labor, 7-year steamer chamber warranty

JC MARTIN ELEMENTARY – EQUIPMENT

Single Stack Accutemp Evolution Steamer, boiler-less steam that utilizes Patent Pending Steam Vector Technology for faster cook times, improved energy efficiency, better pan to pan uniformity, and less water consumption. Unit can accommodate up to (6) full-size steam table pans per cavity. Steam Vector Technology has no moving parts inside the cooking chamber. Steam to be produced inside the cooking cavity with no heating components exposed to water. Unit to use less than 1 gallon of water per hour. Unit to include low water, high water, over-temp warning lights and auto shut off feature. Unit to be provided with heavy duty, field reversible door and standard digital controls with independent timer. No water filtration or treatment required. Unit to be mounted on a stainless-steel support stand with adjustable bullet feet. Unit to be UL Safety and Sanitation Certified and Energy Star qualified.

Built in USA. Single stacked unit is equipped with (1) 5' cord & NEMA plugs, (1) ¾” male garden hose connector for water inlet and (1) ¾” barbed drain line connector.

WARRANTY: 5 Years Parts and Labor, 7-year steamer chamber warranty

(1) Water line, dealer provided

(1) Drain line, dealer provided

GALLEGOS ELEMENTARY – EQUIPMENT

Provide (1) Accutemp Evolution Single Steamer Electric on stand or previously approved equal

Single Stack Accutemp Evolution Steamer, boiler-less steam that utilizes Patent Pending Steam Vector Technology for faster cook times, improved energy efficiency, better pan to pan uniformity, and less water consumption. Unit can accommodate up to (6) full-size steam table pans per cavity. Steam Vector Technology has no moving parts inside the cooking chamber. Steam to be produced inside the cooking cavity with no heating components exposed to water. Unit to use less than 1 gallon of water per hour. Unit to include low water, high water, over-temp warning lights and auto shut off feature. Unit to be provided with heavy duty, field reversible door and standard digital controls with independent timer. No water filtration or treatment required. Unit to be mounted on a stainless-steel support stand with adjustable bullet feet. Unit to be UL Safety and Sanitation Certified and Energy Star qualified.

Built in USA. Single stacked unit is equipped with (1) 5' cord & NEMA plugs, (1) ¾” male garden hose connector for water inlet and (1) ¾” barbed drain line connector.

WARRANTY: 5-years Parts and Labor, 7-year steamer chamber warranty

(1) Water line, dealer provided

(1) Drain line, dealer provided

K. TARVER ELEMENTARY - EQUIPMENT

Provide (1) Accutemp Evolution Single Steamer Electric on stand or previously approved equal

Single Stack Accutemp Evolution Steamer, boiler-less steam that utilizes Patent Pending Steam Vector Technology for faster cook times, improved energy efficiency, better pan to pan uniformity, and less water consumption. Unit can accommodate up to (6) full-size steam table pans per cavity. Two cavities per double stacked unit. Steam Vector Technology has no moving parts inside the cooking chamber. Steam to be produced inside the cooking cavity with no heating components exposed to water. Unit to use less than 1 gallon of water per hour. Unit to include low water, high water, over-temp warning lights and auto shut off feature. Unit to be provided with heavy duty, field reversible door and standard digital controls with independent timer. No water filtration or treatment required. Units to be mounted on a stainless-steel support stand with adjustable bullet feet. Unit to be UL Safety and Sanitation Certified and Energy Star qualified. Built in USA. Double stacked unit is equipped with (1) 5' cord & NEMA plugs, (1) ¾” male garden hose connector for water inlet and (1) ¾” barbed drain line connector.

WARRANTY: 5-years Parts and Labor, 7-year steamer chamber warranty

LAMAR MIDDLE SCHOOL – EQUIPMENT

Provide (1) Accutemp Evolution Double Steamer Electric on stand or previously approved equal

Double Stack Accutemp Evolution Steamer, boiler-less steam that utilizes Patent Pending Steam Vector Technology for faster cook times, improved energy efficiency, better pan to pan uniformity, and less water consumption. Unit can accommodate up to (6) full-size steam table pans per cavity. Two cavities per double stacked unit. Steam Vector Technology has no moving parts inside the cooking chamber. Steam to be produced inside the cooking cavity with no heating components exposed to water. Unit to use less than 1 gallon of water per hour. Unit to include low water, high water, over-temp warning lights and auto shut off feature. Unit to be provided with heavy duty, field reversible door and standard digital controls with independent timer. No water filtration or treatment required. Units to be mounted on a stainless-steel support stand with adjustable bullet feet. Unit to be UL Safety and Sanitation Certified and Energy Star qualified. Built in USA. Double stacked unit is equipped with (1) 5' cord & NEMA plugs, (1) ¾” male garden hose connector for water inlet and (1) ¾” barbed drain line connector.

WARRANTY: 5-years Parts and Labor, 7-year steamer chamber warranty

(1) Water line, dealer provided

(1) Drain line, dealer provided

LEYENDECKER ELEMENTARY – EQUIPMENT

Provide (1) Accutemp Evolution Single Steamer Electric on stand or previously approved equal

Single Stack Accutemp Evolution Steamer, boiler-less steam that utilizes Patent Pending Steam Vector Technology for faster cook times, improved energy efficiency, better pan to pan uniformity, and less water consumption. Unit can accommodate up to (6) full-size steam table pans per cavity. Steam Vector Technology has no moving parts inside the cooking chamber. Steam to be produced inside the cooking cavity with no heating components exposed to water. Unit to use less than 1 gallon of water per hour. Unit to include low water, high water, over-temp warning lights and auto shut off feature. Unit to be provided with heavy duty, field reversible door and standard digital controls with independent timer. No water filtration or treatment required. Unit to be mounted on a stainless-steel support stand with adjustable bullet feet. Unit to be UL Safety and Sanitation Certified and Energy Star qualified.

Built in USA. Single stacked unit is equipped with (1) 5' cord & NEMA plugs, (1) ¾” male garden hose connector for water inlet and (1) ¾” barbed drain line connector.

WARRANTY: 5-years Parts and Labor, 7-year steamer chamber warranty

(1) Water line, dealer provided

(1) Drain line, dealer provided

LIGARDE ELEMENTARY - EQUIPMENT

Provide (1) Accutemp Evolution Single Steamer Electric on stand or previously approved equal

Single Stack Accutemp Evolution Steamer, boiler-less steam that utilizes Patent Pending Steam Vector Technology for faster cook times, improved energy efficiency, better pan to pan uniformity, and less water consumption. Unit can accommodate up to (6) full-size steam table pans per cavity. Steam Vector Technology has no moving parts inside the cooking chamber. Steam to be produced inside the cooking cavity with no heating components exposed to water. Unit to use less than 1 gallon of water per hour. Unit to include low water, high water, over-temp warning lights and auto shut off feature. Unit to be provided with heavy duty, field reversible door and standard digital controls with independent timer. No water filtration or treatment required. Unit to be mounted on a stainless-steel support stand with adjustable bullet feet. Unit to be UL Safety and Sanitation Certified and Energy Star qualified.

Built in USA. Single stacked unit is equipped with (1) 5' cord & NEMA plugs, (1) ¾” male garden hose connector for water inlet and (1) ¾” barbed drain line connector.

WARRANTY: 5-years Parts and Labor, 7-year steamer chamber warranty

MCDONNELL ELEMENTARY - EQUIPMENT

Single Stack Accutemp Evolution Steamer, boiler-less steam that utilizes Patent Pending Steam Vector Technology for faster cook times, improved energy efficiency, better pan to pan uniformity, and less water consumption. Unit can accommodate up to (6) full-size steam table pans per cavity. Steam Vector Technology has no moving parts inside the cooking chamber. Steam to be produced inside the cooking cavity with no heating components exposed to water. Unit to use less than 1 gallon of water per hour. Unit to include low water, high water, over-temp warning lights and auto shut off feature. Unit to be provided with heavy duty, field reversible door and standard digital controls with independent timer. No water filtration or treatment required. Unit to be mounted on a stainless-steel support stand with adjustable bullet feet. Unit to be UL Safety and Sanitation Certified and Energy Star qualified.

Built in USA. Single stacked unit is equipped with (1) 5' cord & NEMA plugs, (1) ¾” male garden hose connector for water inlet and (1) ¾” barbed drain line connector.

WARRANTY: 5-years Parts and Labor, 7-year steamer chamber warranty

(1) Water line, dealer provided

(1) Drain line, dealer provided

MEMORIAL MIDDLE SCHOOL - EQUIPMENT

Provide (1) Accutemp Evolution Double Steamer Electric on stand or previously approved equal

Double Stack Accutemp Evolution Steamer, boiler-less steam that utilizes Patent Pending Steam Vector Technology for faster cook times, improved energy efficiency, better pan to pan uniformity, and less water consumption. Unit can accommodate up to (6) full-size steam table pans per cavity. Two cavities per double stacked unit. Steam Vector Technology has no moving parts inside the cooking chamber. Steam to be produced inside the cooking cavity with no heating components exposed to water. Unit to use less than 1 gallon of water per hour. Unit to include low water, high water, over-temp warning lights and auto shut off feature. Unit to be provided with heavy duty, field reversible door and standard digital controls with independent timer. No water filtration or treatment required. Units to be mounted on a stainless-steel support stand with adjustable bullet feet. Unit to be UL Safety and Sanitation Certified and Energy Star qualified. Built in USA. Double stacked unit is equipped with (1) 5' cord & NEMA plugs, (1) ¾” male garden hose connector for water inlet and (1) ¾” barbed drain line connector.

WARRANTY: 5-years Parts and Labor, 7-year steamer chamber warranty

(1) Water line, dealer provided

(1) Drain line, dealer provided

NIXON HIGH SCHOOL – EQUIPMENT

Provide (2) Accutemp Evolution Double Steamer Electric on stand or previously approved equal

Double Stack Accutemp Evolution Steamer, boiler-less steam that utilizes Patent Pending Steam Vector Technology for faster cook times, improved energy efficiency, better pan to pan uniformity, and less water consumption. Unit can accommodate up to (6) full-size steam table pans per cavity. Two cavities per double stacked unit. Steam Vector Technology has no moving parts inside the cooking chamber. Steam to be produced inside the cooking cavity with no heating components exposed to water. Unit to use less than 1 gallon of water per hour. Unit to include low water, high water, over-temp warning lights and auto shut off feature. Unit to be provided with heavy duty, field reversible door and standard digital controls with independent timer. No water filtration or treatment required. Units to be mounted on a stainless-steel support stand with adjustable bullet feet. Unit to be UL Safety and Sanitation Certified and Energy Star qualified. Built in USA. Double stacked unit is equipped with (1) 5' cord & NEMA plugs, (1) ¾” male garden hose connector for water inlet and (1) ¾” barbed drain line connector.

WARRANTY: 5-years Parts and Labor, 7-year steamer chamber warranty

SANCHEZ OCHOA ELEMENTARY - EQUIPMENT

Single Stack Accutemp Evolution Steamer, boiler-less steam that utilizes Patent Pending Steam Vector Technology for faster cook times, improved energy efficiency, better pan to pan uniformity, and less water consumption. Unit can accommodate up to (6) full-size steam table pans per cavity. Steam Vector Technology has no moving parts inside the cooking chamber. Steam to be produced inside the cooking cavity with no heating components exposed to water. Unit to use less than 1 gallon of water per hour. Unit to include low water, high water, over-temp warning lights and auto shut off feature. Unit to be provided with heavy duty, field reversible door and standard digital controls with independent timer. No water filtration or treatment required. Unit to be mounted on a stainless-steel support stand with adjustable bullet feet. Unit to be UL Safety and Sanitation Certified and Energy Star qualified.

Built in USA. Single stacked unit is equipped with (1) 5' cord & NEMA plugs, (1) ¾” male garden hose connector for water inlet and (1) ¾” barbed drain line connector.

WARRANTY: 5-years Parts and Labor, 7-year steamer chamber warranty

(1) Water line, dealer provided

(1) Drain line, dealer provided

SANTO NINO ELEMENTARY - EQUIPMENT

Provide (1) Accutemp Evolution Single Steamer Electric on stand or previously approved equal

Single Stack Accutemp Evolution Steamer, boiler-less steam that utilizes Patent Pending Steam Vector Technology for faster cook times, improved energy efficiency, better pan to pan uniformity, and less water consumption. Unit can accommodate up to (6) full-size steam table pans per cavity. Steam Vector Technology has no moving parts inside the cooking chamber. Steam to be produced inside the cooking cavity with no heating components exposed to water. Unit to use less than 1 gallon of water per hour. Unit to include low water, high water, over-temp warning lights and auto shut off feature. Unit to be provided with heavy duty, field reversible door and standard digital controls with independent timer. No water filtration or treatment required. Unit to be mounted on a stainless-steel support stand with adjustable bullet feet. Unit to be UL Safety and Sanitation Certified and Energy Star qualified.

Built in USA. Single stacked unit is equipped with (1) 5' cord & NEMA plugs, (1) ¾” male garden hose connector for water inlet and (1) ¾” barbed drain line connector.

WARRANTY: 5-years Parts and Labor, 7-year steamer chamber warranty

(1) Water line, dealer provided

(1) Drain line, dealer provided

VIDAL TREVINO ELEMENTARY – ELEMENTARY

Provide (1) Accutemp Evolution Single Steamer Electric on stand or previously approved equal

Single Stack Accutemp Evolution Steamer, boiler-less steam that utilizes Patent Pending Steam Vector Technology for faster cook times, improved energy efficiency, better pan to pan uniformity, and less water consumption. Unit can accommodate up to (6) full-size steam table pans per cavity. Steam Vector Technology has no moving parts inside the cooking chamber. Steam to be produced inside the cooking cavity with no heating components exposed to water. Unit to use less than 1 gallon of water per hour. Unit to include low water, high water, over-temp warning lights and auto shut off feature. Unit to be provided with heavy duty, field reversible door and standard digital controls with independent timer. No water filtration or treatment required. Unit to be mounted on a stainless-steel support stand with adjustable bullet feet. Unit to be UL Safety and Sanitation Certified and Energy Star qualified. Built in USA. Single stacked unit is equipped with (1) 5' cord & NEMA plugs, (1) ¾” male garden hose connector for water inlet and (1) ¾” barbed drain line connector.

WARRANTY: 5-years Parts and Labor, 7-year steamer chamber warranty

Submittal Checklist RFP #26-024 CNP Kitchen Equipment

Listed below are the required documents and information needed to complete your submission. Failure to properly complete and submit any of the required documents may subject your proposal to disqualification.

☐ Please submit RFP 26-024 Price Sheet. Vendor must include brand and model # of item proposed equipment.

☐ Please submit the Manufactured Model Excel sheet to identify brand if bidding on an equal. If vendor is submitted the brand listed, please write in “Same”.

☐ Please submit brochure for kitchen equipment.

☐ Please submit signed State Certifications on pages 12- 14. Failure to submit will result in immediate disqualification.

☐ Please submit signed Federal Certifications on pages 15 - 21. Failure to submit will result in immediate disqualification.

☐ Please submit 1295 form.

☐ Vendor must submit a Laredo Independent School District vendor packet.

☐ Awarded vendor(s) will be required to submit certification of insurance (Form ACORD 25) with Laredo ISD named as the “Certificate Holder” within 10 days of award date.

(Please refer to #15 in the “General Terms and Conditions” and the “Certificate of Liability Insurance Sample - Acord 25” attached under the “Supporting Documentation” section of this RFP on the Bonfire Portal.)

Estimated Time Schedule:

a. 1st advertisement September 26, 2026;

b. 2nd advertisement September 27, 2026;

c. RFP deadline at October 13, 2026, @ 2:30 p.m. (Central Standard Time);

d. RFP reviewed October 13 through October 15, 2026; (Tentative dates)

e. Evaluation committee recommendation presented at Business and Support Services Committee Meeting

November 5, 2026; (Tentative)

f. Recommendation presented for Board approval on November 12, 2026. (Tentative)

Other Information

a. Proposals received via phone, facsimile, email or other medium will not be accepted or considered.

b. Proposals must be timely submitted in the District’s Bonfire Portal or received and date stamped in the

Procurement Department on or before the time and date stated on page 1.

c. The District reserves the right to reject any or all proposals received, waive any or all irregularities, choose the most advantageous price, discount and warranty for each service, and to award a contract only upon availability of funding.

d. This RFP is on “all or some” proposal

e. The District reserves the right to award to more than one vendor.

f. Visitor Badges: Vendor must provide all their workers with a company ID, showing company name, and photograph of employee. Company ID shall be worn visibly at all times while on District property.

State Certifications

ENTITIES THAT BOYCOTT ISRAEL (TEXAS GOVERNMENT CODE §2271.002)

Vendor herby certifies that (1) it does not, and shall not for the duration of the contract, boycott Israel or (2) the verification required by Section 2271.002 of the Texas Government Code does not apply to the contract. This section applies only to a contract that: (a) is between a governmental entity and a company with ten (10) or more full-time employees; and (b) has a value of $100,000 or more that is to be paid wholly or partly from public funds of the governmental entity. The term “Boycott Israel” means refusing to deal with, terminating business activities or otherwise taking any action that is intended to penalize, inflict economic harm on, or limit commercial relations specifically with Israel, or with a person or entity doing business in Israel or in an Israeli-controlled territory, but does not include an action made for ordinary business purposes. If circumstances relevant to this provision change during the course of the agreement, Vendor shall promptly notify Laredo ISD.

Does Vendor agree? YES ____ Initials of Authorized Representative of Vendor

FOREIGN TERRORIST ORGANIZATIONS (TEXAS GOVERNMENT CODE §2252.152)

Vendor herby certifies that it is not a company identified on the Texas Comptroller’s list of companies known to have contracts with, or provide supplies or services to, the government of Iran, the government of Sudan, or a foreign organization designated as a foreign terrorist organization by the U.S. Secretary of State, see Texas Government Code Section 2252.152-2252.154. For contracts related to critical infrastructure in Texas, contractor herby certifies that it is not owned or controlled by individuals, any company, or headquartered in China, Iran, North Korea, Russia, or a designated country, even if publicly traded, in accordance with the Texas Government Code, Chapter 2274.

Does Vendor agree? YES ____ Initials of Authorized Representative of Vendor

PROHIBITED EMPLOYMENT ASSISTANCE (CHF LEGAL) 20 USC 7926

Vendor certifies and agrees that it shall not assist an employee, contractor, or agent of Laredo ISD obtaining a new job if the Vendor knows, or has probable cause to believe, that the individual engaged in sexual misconduct regarding a minor or student in violation of the law. Routine transmission of an administrative or personnel file does not violates this prohibition.

Does Vendor agree? YES ____ Initials of Authorized Representative of Vendor Prohibition on Contracts with Companies Boycotting Certain Energy Companies (SB 13) Vendor herby certifies and agrees by submitting its proposal that, pursuant to Texas Government Code Chapter 2274, it does not boycott energy companies; and will not boycott energy companies during the term of the Agreement. This verification is not required for an agreement where a governmental entity determines that these requirements are inconsistent with the governmental entity's constitutional or statutory duties related to the issuance, incurrence, or management of debt obligations or the deposit, custody, management, borrowing, or investment of funds.

Does Vendor agree? YES ____ Initials of Authorized Representative of Vendor

Prohibition on Contracts with Companies That Discriminate Against Firearm and Ammunition Industries (SB 19) Vendor herby certifies and agrees by submitting its proposal that, pursuant to Texas Government Code Chapter 2274, it does not have a practice, policy, guidance, or directive that discriminates against a firearm entity or firearm trade association; and will not discriminate during the term of the contract against a firearm entity or firearm trade association.

Does Vendor agree? YES ____ Initials of Authorized Representative of Vendor Small and Minority Firms, Women’s Business Enterprise, and Labor Surplus Area Firms (Historically Underutilized Business or HUB) 2 CFR 200.321 Necessary affirmative steps to procure from minority firms, women’s business enterprises, and labor surplus area firms whenever possible Required inclusion in solicitations/contracts using federal funds; requires contractors to encourage and facilitate participation by small businesses, minority-owned firms, and women’s business enterprises whenever to the maximum extent possible.

Preference Points to Encourage Participation of Small and Minority Businesses, Women’s Business Enterprises, and Labor Surplus Area Firms CEs may include the following preference points in the evaluation to promote small, minority, and women’s businesses and labor surplus forms.

− Placing qualified small and minority businesses and women’s business enterprises on solicitation lists. − Assuring that small and minority businesses and women’s business enterprises are solicited whenever they are potential sources.

− Dividing specifications and/or technical requirements, when economically feasible, into smaller tasks or quantities to permit maximum participation by small and minority businesses, and women’s business enterprises.

− Establishing delivery schedules, where the requirement permits, which encourage participation by small and minority businesses, and women’s business enterprises.

− Using the services and assistance, as appropriate, of such organizations as the Small Business Administration and the Minority Business Development Agency of the Department of Commerce.

Does Vendor agree? YES ____ Initials of Authorized Representative of Vendor

Debarment and Suspension (Executive Orders 12549 and 12689) A contract award (see 2 CFR 180.220) must not be made to parties listed on the government wide exclusions in the System for Award Management (SAM), in accordance with the OMB guidelines at 2 CFR 180 that implement Executive Orders 12549 (3 CFRpart 1986 Comp., p. 189) and 12689 (3 CFRpart 1989 Comp., p.235), “Debarment and Suspension.”

SAM Exclusions contains the name of parties debarred, suspended, or otherwise excluded by agencies, as well as parties declared ineligible under statutory or regulatory authority other than Executive Order 12549.

Pursuant to federal Rule (H) above, when federal funds are expended by Laredo ISD, Vendors certifies that during the term of an award for all contracts by Laredo ISD resulting from procurement process, Vendor certifies ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from participation by any federal department or agency.

Does Vendor agree? YES ____ Initials of Authorized Representative of Vendor

ANTITRUST CERTIFICATION STATEMENT

Pursuant to Texas Government Code § 2155.005, I affirm under penalty of perjury of the laws of the State of Texas that:

1. I am duly authorized to execute this contract on my own behalf or on behalf of the company, corporation, firm, partnership or individual (Company) listed below;

2. In connection with this bid, neither I nor any representatives of the Company have violated any provision of the Texas Antitrust laws codified in Tex. Bus. & Comm. Code Chapter 15;

3. In connection with this bid, neither I nor any representative of the Company have violated any federal antitrust law; and

4. Neither I nor any representatives of the Company have directly or indirectly communicated any of the contents of this bid to a competitor of the Company or any other company, Does Vendor agree? YES ____ Initials of Authorized Representative of Vendor

Agreement Form The Proposer confirms they have reviewed and understand all regulations and requirements outlined in the document. By placing their initials in the below field and completing signature panel, the proposer certifies agreement with all set forth in this document.

Name of Regulation Initials of Authorized Company Officials

ENTITIES THAT BOYCOTT ISRAEL (TEXAS GOVERNMENT

CODE §2271.002)

FOREIGN TERRORIST ORGANIZATIONS (TEXAS

GOVERNMENT CODE §2252.152)

PROHIBITED EMPLOYMENT ASSISTANCE (CHF LEGAL) 20

USC 7926

Prohibition on Contracts with Companies Boycotting Certain Energy Companies (SB 13)

Prohibition on Contracts with Companies That Discriminate Against Firearm and Ammunition Industries (SB 19)

Small and Minority Firms, Women’s Business Enterprise, and Labor Surplus Area Firms (Historically Underutilized Business or

HUB)

ANTITRUST CERTIFICATION STATEMENT

Company Name: _______________________________________________________________________

Company Address: _____________________________________________________________________

Authorized Company Official (Please Print) __________________________________________________

Authorized Company Official: _____________________________________________________________ (Signature – Digital Accepted)

Date Signed: _____________________________________________________________

Federal Certifications Contracts for more than the simplified acquisition threshold, which is the inflation adjusted amount determined by the Civilian Agency Acquisition Council and the Defense Acquisition Regulations Council (Councils) as authorized by 41 U.S.C. 1908, must address administrative, contractual, or legal remedies in instances where contractors violate or breach contract terms, and provide for such sanctions and penalties as appropriate.

Pursuant to Federal Rule (A) above, when Laredo ISD expends federal funds, Laredo ISD reserves all rights and privileges under the applicable laws and regulations with respect to this procurement in the event of breach of contract by either party.

Termination for cause and for convenience by the grantee or subgrantee including the manner by which it will be affected and the basis for settlement. (All contracts in excess of$10,000)

Pursuant to Federal Rule (B) above, when Laredo ISD expends federal funds, Laredo ISD reserves the right to immediately terminate any agreement in excess of$10,000 resulting from this procurement process in the event of a breach or default of the agreement by Vendor in the event Vendor fails to:(1) meet schedules, deadlines, and/or delivery dates within the time specified in the procurement solicitation, contract, and/or a purchase order; (2) make any payments owed; or (3) otherwise perform in accordance with the contract and/or the procurement solicitation. Laredo ISD also reserves the right to terminate the contract immediately, with written notice to vendor, for convenience, if Laredo ISD believes, in its sole discretion that it is in the best interest of Laredo ISD to do so. Vendor will be compensated for work performed and accepted and goods accepted by Laredo ISD as of the termination date if the contract is terminated for convenience of Laredo ISD. Any award under this procurement process is not exclusive and Laredo ISD reserves the right to purchase goods and services from other vendors when it is in Laredo ISD's best interest.

Does Vendor agree? YES ____ Initials of Authorized Representative of Vendor

CERTIFICATION OF COMPLIANCE WITH BUY AMERICAN PROVISION

Vendor certifies that vendor is in compliance with all applicable provisions of the Buy American Act. The Buy American Provision requires school food authorities to schools to purchase, to the maximum extent practicable, domestic commodities or products. For a product to meet the Buy American requirement, over 51% of the final processed product (by weight or volume) must consist of agricultural commodities that were grown domestically, and processed domestically. Unprocessed foods must be 100% domestic. See 7 CFR § 210.21(d), and USDA-FNS memo SP 38-2017 Compliance with and Enforcement of the Buy American Provision in the National School Lunch Program. The Buy American provision applies to all purchases made with School Nutrition Program (SNP) funds. Purchases made in accordance with the Buy American Provision must still follow the applicable procurement rules calling for full and open competition.

BYRD, Anti-Lobbying Contractors that apply or bid for an award exceeding $100,000 must file the required certification. Each tier certifies to the tier above that it will not and has not used Federal appropriated funds to pay any person or organization for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a member of Congress in connection with obtaining any Federal contract, grant or any other award covered by 31 U.S.C. 1352. Each tier must also disclose any lobbying with non- Federal funds that takes place in connection with obtaining any Federal award. Such disclosures are forwarded from tier to tier up to the non-Federal award.

Pursuant to Federal Rule (I) above, when federal funds are expended by Laredo ISD, the vendor certifies that during the term and after the awarded term of an award for all contracts by Laredo ISD, resulting from this procurement process, the vendor certifies that it is in compliance with all applicable provisions of the Byrd Anti-Lobbying Amendment (31 U.S.C.

1352). The undersigned further certifies that: (1) No Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid for on behalf of the undersigned, to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with the awarding of a Federal contract, the making of a Federal grant, the making of a Federal loan, the entering into any cooperative agreement, and the extension, continuation, renewal, amendment, or modification of a Federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement. Page 41 of 45

(2) If any funds other than Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with this Federal grant or cooperative agreement, the undersigned shall complete and submit Standard Form- LLL, “Disclosure Form to Report Lobbying”, in accordance with its instructions:

https://www.gsa.gov/Forms/TrackForm/33144

(3) The undersigned shall require that the language of this certification be included in the award documents for all covered sub-awards exceeding $100,000 in Federal Funds at all appropriate tiers and that all subrecipients shall certify and disclose accordingly.

Does Vendor agree? YES ____ Initials of Authorized Representative of Vendor

CERTIFICATION OF COMPLIANCE WITH EPA REGULATIONS APPLICABLE TO GRANTS,

SUBGRANTS, COOPERATIVE AGREEMENTS, AND CONTRACTS IN EXCESS OF $100,000 OF FEDERAL

FUNDS

When federal funds are expended by Laredo ISD for any contract resulting from this procurement process in excess of $100,000, the vendor certifies that the vendor is in compliance with all applicable standards, orders, regulations, and/or requirements issued pursuant to the Clean Air Act of 1970, as…