Travel Related Services

The United Independent School District (UISD) in Texas is seeking proposals from qualified travel agencies through solicitation RFP 008-2025 to provide airline ticketing services on an as-needed basis. The primary goal is to secure the most cost-effective air travel options for students, staff, and authorized personnel involved in various activities such as student field trips, competitions, athletic events, and staff conferences. The contract is expected to be valued between $500,000 and $2,000,000, reflecting the district’s substantial travel needs. The solicitation was posted on March 3, 2025, with a response deadline of March 19, 2025. The selected agency will be responsible for facilitating efficient and economical travel arrangements, ensuring compliance with district policies and budget considerations. The procurement process emphasizes the importance of establishing a reliable partnership with a travel agency capable of delivering comprehensive airline ticketing services. The district’s approach includes detailed vendor authorization procedures, notably through the use of ACH payment authorization forms, which facilitate electronic payments to vendors. These forms, revised in September 2022, require vendors to provide banking details such as account type, account number, ABA routing number, and verification via a voided check. The district’s contact for this solicitation is Venesa Navarro Ramirez, a Contract Specialist, who can be reached via email or phone. Additional information and updates related to the solicitation can be accessed through the district’s official procurement portal.