Districtwide Painting Services

The Laredo Independent School District (LISD) in Texas is soliciting proposals for districtwide painting services across its 33 educational institutions, serving approximately 20,500 students. The Request for Proposal (RFP) 25-029 seeks qualified vendors to provide both interior and exterior painting services at district campuses and department buildings. Vendors must submit comprehensive proposals through the District's Bonfire Portal by January 13, 2026, at 2:30 p.m. Central Standard Time, including a completed Bid Table/Pricing Sheet, federal and state certifications, and proof of insurance. The district will evaluate proposals using a 100-point weighted scoring system, with purchase price accounting for 55 points, reputation and quality each worth 10 points, meeting district needs worth 10 points, and additional points for past vendor relationships, long-term costs, and customer service. Working hours are specified as 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding district holidays, with all painting work requiring a minimum one-year warranty from the final acceptance date.

The procurement opportunity includes multiple compliance requirements for potential vendors, including specific state and federal certifications. Vendors must provide Workers' Compensation insurance, Comprehensive General Liability insurance with minimum limits of $2,000,000, and performance and payment bonds for public works contracts exceeding specified thresholds. The district allows for "all or some" proposal selection, meaning they may award contracts to multiple vendors. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly detailed, the documentation indicates a preference for utilizing small and minority businesses, women-owned enterprises, and labor surplus area firms to the maximum extent practicable. The contract is initially for one year with potential extensions for a second and third year based on annual evaluation results. Pricing will be determined on a per square/linear foot basis, per door and frame, or hourly rate, with the district providing all paint and primer specifications. The district reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and award contracts contingent upon funding availability.