SOFTWARE, SUBSCRIPTIONS AND WEB-BASED APPLICATIONS

Humble Independent School District (Humble ISD) is soliciting proposals for RFP# 2026-101E for software, subscriptions, and web-based applications through a rolling proposal process. Vendors may submit proposals any time up to the final response deadline of May 26, 2026, with awards and additions to the approved vendor list occurring throughout the solicitation period. The contract resulting from this RFP will be effective upon award and remain in force through September 30, 2028, with options to renew annually for up to four additional years by mutual agreement. The solicitation targets vendors providing digital solutions in the NAICS 518210 category and mandates that all products and services comply with relevant federal and state standards, including specific educational and procurement statutes applicable within Texas. Proposers must submit their responses electronically via Humble ISD’s online bidding system, including detailed technical specifications, certifications, and multiple mandatory attachments such as a Schedule of Data, Additional Software List, Form 1295 (Texas Ethics Commission Certificate), W-9, and a Pre-Employment or Pre-Service Affidavit. Strict character limits are enforced on submission fields. The procurement requires strict adherence to background and security clearances under Texas Education Code Chapter 22, including fingerprinting and felony conviction restrictions for personnel with student contact. Compliance with federal funding rules under 2 CFR Part 200 is required, with audit and record access provisions included. All goods and services must be procured through District-issued Purchase Orders, and vendors must designate a Supplier Representative as a primary contact. While no specific contract value or pricing tables were provided, the contract emphasizes administrative compliance, ethical standards, non-discrimination, confidentiality under Texas Public Information Act exemptions, and no deviations to contract terms without prior written approval. The solicitation does not include detailed inspection or shipping terms but implies acceptance at Humble ISD facilities following order fulfillment, with vendors bearing responsibility for quality and regulatory compliance.