Kitchen Equipment

The Belton Independent School District is seeking proposals from qualified companies to supply kitchen equipment, with the solicitation active from December 1, 2025, through November 30, 2026. The procurement process is governed by federal regulations under Title 2 of the CFR (2 CFR Part 200), USDA, and TDA, allowing for the use of federal, state, local, and grant funds. The district emphasizes its right to reject any proposals, award contracts selectively, and negotiate terms to best serve its interests. The contract value is estimated to be around $50,000, and interested vendors are encouraged to submit their responses by October 22, 2025. A designated point of contact, Cynthia Arevalo, can be reached via email or phone for inquiries. Vendors participating in this procurement are required to comply with Texas House Bill 1295, which mandates the completion of a Certificate of Interested Parties (Form 1295) through the Texas Ethics Commission website prior to contract execution. Guidance documents are provided to ensure proper and timely submission, emphasizing that notarization is no longer necessary. Additionally, vendors are encouraged to enroll in the district’s ACH Vendor Program for electronic payments, which offers benefits such as cost savings and enhanced security. Standard terms and conditions applicable to the procurement outline contractual obligations, including delivery, invoicing, compliance with applicable laws, and performance expectations, ensuring that all vendors adhere to district policies and legal requirements throughout the procurement process.