Southside Launchpad Career and Innovation Center

The Houston Independent School District (HISD) is soliciting competitive sealed proposals from qualified vendors to provide “select services” for the Southside Launchpad Career and Innovation Center project. Vendors must be HISD‑approved and meet HUB program requirements. The solicitation includes a pre‑proposal conference on October 1, 2026, a question cutoff on October 6, 2026, and a final submission deadline of October 13, 2026. The award is tentatively scheduled for November 12, 2026. The scope likely encompasses design, construction, and related professional services for a new or renovated career‑and‑innovation center serving HISD students. • Competitive sealed proposal process (CSP) • Must be an HISD‑approved vendor (including HUB compliance) • Pre‑proposal conference (Oct 1) – optional attendance • Questions due by Oct 6; final bid due Oct 13, 2026 • Award expected Nov 12, 2026 • Project likely involves construction/renovation and associated professional services for an educational facility.