Pet Supplies and Aquarium Maintenance Services and Related Items

The Houston Independent School District (HISD) is seeking qualified vendors to provide pet supplies, aquarium maintenance, and related items for its schools for a one‑year term beginning November 13 2026, with up to two automatic annual renewals. Vendors must submit a full proposal through the electronic bidding portal by September 30 2026. A virtual pre‑proposal conference is scheduled for September 9 2026; attendance is optional but recommended. The contract will award approved vendors who meet HISD’s insurance, MWBE, and compliance requirements. • Scope includes procurement of pet food, cages, aquarium equipment, cleaning chemicals, and routine aquarium maintenance services. • Contract term: 12 months (Nov 13 2026 – Nov 12 2027) with possible extensions to 2029. • Must be an “Approved Vendor” with HISD; new vendors can achieve status by responding to this RFP. • Submission via HISD’s electronic portal; questions due by Sep 18 2026. • Award will be made by the HISD Board of Education after evaluation.