Districtwide Software and Online Subscriptions

Katy ISD is seeking qualified vendors through solicitation 2604AR to establish one or more non-exclusive contracts for a comprehensive range of software products and online subscriptions. The scope covers various categories, including instructional software, artificial intelligence tools, SaaS, business and administrative software, cybersecurity, and special education accessibility tools. Pricing is based on percentage discounts from published catalogs or price lists. The initial contract term is three years, running from January 25, 2027, through January 24, 2030, with an option for two additional one-year renewals, potentially extending the agreement to January 24, 2032. Award recommendations will be made by a committee using a points-based scoring method in accordance with Texas Education Code section 44.031. Vendors must meet stringent regulatory and security standards, including compliance with FERPA, COPPA, CIPA, and WCAG 2.1 AA/Section 508 accessibility standards. Required documentation includes a SOC 2 report, a Certification Regarding Debarment per Title 34 CFR 80.35, and Form 1295 from the Texas Ethics Commission. Additionally, vendors must certify compliance with Texas Education Code Chapter 22 regarding criminal history reviews and provide TX-RAMP certification where applicable. Proposals must be submitted via the OpenGov system or as sealed physical copies by the December 1, 2026, deadline.