Food and Nutrition Design Consultant

Dickinson Independent School District (Texas) is requesting proposals for food and nutrition services design consultant services, with proposals due August 25, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. and questions due by August 21, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.

The scope covers comprehensive design planning for cafeteria, warewashing, and food holding area renovations at McAdams Junior High School. Deliverables include site evaluation and workflow analysis; conceptual layout options; assessment of existing mechanical and electrical systems; procurement-ready drawings; recommended equipment lists; and opinion-of-probable-cost estimates. All plans and drawings must be completed within three months of purchase order issuance. Deliverables must be provided in searchable PDF and original editable electronic formats (AutoCAD, Revit, Microsoft Office, or equivalent).

Pricing must be submitted as firm fixed price for the full scope, not as a percentage of renovation or equipment costs. Travel and other specific expenses may be reimbursed if itemized and realistically estimated, but travel costs incurred during proposal preparation are not reimbursable. Actual expenses cannot exceed estimated amounts.

A conflict-of-interest restriction applies: the successful consultant and any affiliated entities will be ineligible to compete for the resulting renovation or equipment procurement contract, ensuring open competition for subsequent work.

DISD will evaluate proposals and present a recommendation to the Board of Trustees on September 8, 2026, with award or loss notification on September 9, 2026. All work products become DISD property upon payment in full. Proposals must remain open for 60 days after the due date. The District serves approximately 12,479 students and reserves the right to negotiate with respondents, accept or reject proposals, and waive formalities.