Plumbing Supplies, Items, Equipment Plus Related Components & Materials

Laredo Independent School District is requesting proposals for plumbing supplies, items, equipment, and related components and materials, with proposals due August 11, 2026 at 2:30 p.m. Central Standard Time. Written questions are due July 29, 2026 at 12:00 noon CST.

The district serves approximately 19,945 students across 33 educational institutions and seeks qualified sales contractors with demonstrated experience and knowledge of plumbing standards to support maintenance, repair, and specialized project needs on either a short-term or long-term basis. Proposals may be submitted on an "all or some" basis, allowing vendors to bid on multiple or selected items. Submissions must include a catalog or pricing sheet, direct contact information, at least three professional references, signed state and federal certifications, a completed Laredo ISD Vendor Packet, and a 1295 Form (Certificate of Interested Parties). Awarded vendors must provide a Certificate of Insurance (Form ACORD 25) with LISD named as the Certificate Holder within ten days of award.

The estimated contract period runs December 13, 2026 through December 12, 2027, with the possibility of extending for a second and third year subject to Board of Trustees approval and annual evaluation review. Place of performance encompasses the district's 33 educational institutions across Upton County and Little Cypress CDP. All vendors and employees must display company identification badges with a photograph while on district premises.

The evaluation committee's recommendations are scheduled for presentation on September 10, 2026, with final Board of Trustees recommendations on September 24, 2026. The district reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, waive irregularities, select the most advantageous price, discount and warranty, and award the contract subject to funding availability.