Agnes Chiu is a government contact. Agnes is associated with 23 contracts. Activity spans Stationery and Office Supplies Merchant Wholesalers, Furniture Merchant Wholesalers, and Landscaping Services.
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Head Start of Greater Dallas, Inc. is soliciting bids under solicitation number 27-SGS for a requirements contract to provide security patrol services for its facilities within Dallas County, Texas. The selected firm must provide at least three random patrols per night between 6:00 PM and 6:00 AM, ensuring all accessible doors and windows are checked at least three times per shift. Additional responsibilities include serving as the primary notification contact for third-party alarm monitoring during these hours and providing a point of contact for emergency overnight patrols. The contractor is required to maintain an office in the Dallas metropolitan area and provide all necessary patrol vehicles, uniforms, and equipment compliant with the Texas Department of Public Safety.
The contract features a base period of one year with two optional one-year extensions, for a maximum duration of three years. Award decisions are based on best value, with pricing as the primary factor alongside quality, specifications, and socioeconomic status. Required insurance includes a 1,000,000 dollar general liability aggregate and statutory worker's compensation limits. Bidders must submit all documentation by March 2, 2027, including certifications regarding debarment, lobbying disclosures, and proof of small business status if applicable. Payment terms are Net 30, governed by the State of Texas Prompt Payment Act, and require invoices to cover full calendar months.
Head Start of Greater Dallas, Inc. is soliciting bids for the supply and delivery of grocery products including bread, frozen foods, meat items, produce, and dry goods to multiple Head Start centers across Dallas County, Texas. The contract is structured as a requirements agreement with a one-year base period and four one-year option periods, allowing for a potential total contract duration of five years. Bids must be submitted in sealed physical form by June 24, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. to the agency’s Purchasing Department, with no electronic or faxed submissions permitted. Suppliers are required to maintain adequate staffing and vehicle capacity to conduct multiple inside deliveries per week on a consistent schedule, with all deliveries occurring at specified agency locations under FOB destination terms. Products must meet stringent temperature controls—frozen items must be stored and delivered at 0°F or below with a minimum 45-day shelf life, refrigerated items at 34–40°F, and dry goods at room temperature with at least a 10-day shelf life. All food items must bear clear labeling compliant with FALCPA, including full ingredient lists, allergen declarations for major allergens, nutrition facts panels, CN labeling where applicable, and expiration or sell-by dates. Packaging must be commercially sealed, clean, and undamaged, and rejected shipments for noncompliance are non-negotiable.
The evaluation of bids is based on a best value trade-off approach, prioritizing unit price at 50% weight, followed by product quality at 40%, delivery and service performance at 30%, compliance with specifications at 20%, and small business, minority, or woman-owned status at 10%. A minimum 95% monthly fill rate is required, with full accountability for substitutions, new product approvals, and recall notifications. Suppliers must provide a local customer service representative for quarterly coordination with agency leadership and maintain a robust pest management program and sanitation protocol adhering to HACCP guidelines. Insurance coverage of $1 million general liability and $500,000 workers’ compensation is mandatory, with proof required within ten days of award. Invoicing must be processed through the Wide Area Workflow system, accompanied by valid proof of delivery, and payment is due under net 30 terms as required by the Texas Prompt Payment Act. Contractors must comply with federal regulations including 31 U.S.C. 1352, the Davis-Bacon Act if labor thresholds
Head Start of Greater Dallas, Inc. is soliciting bids for the delivery of milk and dairy products to over 20 of its facilities across Dallas County, Texas, under solicitations number 26MKb. The contract is structured as a requirements agreement with a one-year base period and four one-year option periods, allowing for a potential five-year term, with the agency retaining the right to extend the contract through written notice issued within 30 days of expiration. Bidders must supply nutritionally compliant dairy products including whole, 1% low fat, and fat-free milk in both flavored and unflavored varieties, offered in half-pint cartons and one-gallon containers, as well as plain or flavored yogurt with no more than 12 grams of total sugar per six-ounce serving. All products must meet Grade A standards, be pasteurized and fortified with vitamins A and D, free from artificial additives, growth hormones, and antibiotics, and fully compliant with Texas CACFP meal pattern requirements. Delivery is required at FOB destination, inside the facility, with the vendor responsible for all freight and handling under strict temperature controls—frozen products must be delivered at or below 0°F with a minimum 45-day remaining shelf life, while chilled products must be maintained between 34°F and 40°F. Packaging must be clean, unblemished, and intact, with clear “Best if Used By” dates and full labeling compliant with FDA and FALCPA regulations, including complete nutritional analysis, ingredient declarations, and manufacturer certification for meal equivalency. Electronic nutritional data must be accessible via the agency’s order-entry system, detailing portion sizes, calories, fats, sodium, fiber, protein, and carbohydrates.
Vendors must submit comprehensive documentation including product labels, formulation statements signed by a company representative, child nutrition labels, manufacturer certifications, and a Certificate of Insurance naming the agency as certificate holder with a 30-day cancellation provision. Insurance requirements include at least $1,000,000 in general liability, statutory workers’ compensation, and $100,000 per accident employers’ liability coverage. Compliance with OSHA, Davis-Bacon Act (if labor costs exceed $2,000), and the Byrd Anti-Lobbying Amendment is mandatory, and contractors must not be debarred or suspended in the past three years. A local representative with decision-making authority must be designated to resolve customer issues and meet quarterly with agency leadership. Bids are evaluated
Head Start of Greater Dallas, Inc. is soliciting bids for the delivery of milk and dairy products to multiple facilities across Dallas County, Texas, under solicitation number OPSPQAMK26. Suppliers must demonstrate the capacity to perform consistent, inside deliveries—potentially twice weekly—to all designated Head Start locations, with all shipments operating under FOB destination terms requiring the contractor to bear full freight costs and deliver directly to the agency’s premises. Bids are due by 9:30 a.m. on June 24, 2026, and must be submitted physically to the agency’s address in Dallas, Texas; no electronic, faxed, or emailed submissions will be accepted. Proposals must include completed bid forms, insurance documentation, five local references for similar dairy supply services, and business certifications if claiming small, minority-owned, or woman-owned status, with pricing submitted separately in a sealed envelope to comply with socioeconomic disclosure rules. The contract requires firm pricing for the first year, with any future adjustments needing mutual agreement, and mandates the appointment of a local representative available during standard business hours to address service concerns and attend quarterly meetings with agency leadership. While the solicitation does not specify formal FAR clauses, packaging standards, or detailed quality inspection criteria, it emphasizes compliance with delivery schedules, emergency response capability, and proper handling of refrigerated goods. Evaluation is expected to follow a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable model, prioritizing full adherence to requirements over price alone, though exact weights or adjectival ratings are not disclosed. The agency code A7286 is referenced for accounting purposes, and all invoices must include the purchase order number, though no remit-to address or formal payment instructions are provided. The contract term is expected to be at least one year, with no explicit option periods or extension mechanisms outlined, and no mention of CAGE codes, UEI requirements, or federal contracting systems such as WAWF or IPP.
TexasTX,
USA
NAICS
424430
Dairy Product (except Dried or Canned) Merchant Wholesalers
Head Start of Greater Dallas, Inc. is soliciting bids under IFB No. 26MK for the delivery of milk and dairy products to over 20 agency locations across Dallas County, Texas. The contract is structured as a requirements agreement with a one-year base period and four optional one-year renewal periods, potentially extending the engagement to five years. Bidders must provide a full range of dairy commodities including whole milk, 1% and fat-free skim milk, lactose-free variants, and both plain and Greek yogurt in various package sizes, all meeting Grade A pasteurization standards with Vitamin A and D enrichment, and free from artificial flavors, growth hormones, and dyes. Delivery must be made inside at each facility under FOB destination terms, with vendors responsible for all transportation, temperature control, and handling. Refrigerated products must be maintained between 34°F and 40°F, while frozen items must remain at or below 0°F with no thawing or freezer burn. All packaging must be clean, undamaged, and properly labeled with nutritional information, ingredient lists, and clear date codes compliant with FALCPA and FDA regulations.
The award will be based on a best-value approach, factoring in unit price (weighted 5), product quality (4), delivery and service reliability (3), compliance with specification (2), and socio-economic status such as small, minority, or woman-owned business designation (1). Bidders must demonstrate the capacity to maintain a 95% monthly fill rate and respond promptly to product recalls or quality issues, bearing full responsibility for replacements and disposal. Substitutions require prior approval and must meet or exceed the original product’s nutritional and quality standards. Documentation including product sheets, CN labels, nutrition facts, and manufacturer certifications must accompany the bid, and electronic submissions of these materials are required for system integration, though physical sealed bids are mandatory. A local representative must be designated to address customer service concerns and meet quarterly with the Child Nutrition Director. Vendors must carry minimum insurance coverage including $1 million general aggregate and $100,000 per accident, and comply with federal and state laws including HACCP, Davis-Bacon (if applicable), and the Byrd Anti-Lobbying Amendment. Bids are due by June 24, 2026, at 9:30 a.m., submitted physically to the agency’s Dallas address, with no electronic or faxed bids accepted.
Head Start of Greater Dallas, Inc. is soliciting bids for a contract to supply milk and dairy products to over 20 agency locations within Dallas County, Texas. The contract requires the supplier to have adequate staffing and vehicle resources to ensure multiple interior deliveries each week to various Head Start facilities. This is a solicitation with the title "Invitation For Bids Milk Products 2026," identified by solicitation number 26MKb, with a response deadline of June 24, 2026.
The contract pertains to NAICS code 112120, which covers dairy product manufacturing and distribution. The agency handling this solicitation is a State, Local, Education, and District (SLED) organization functioning under the Head Start of Greater Dallas umbrella. Potential bidders are encouraged to contact Agnes Chiu via email or phone for further information, and the solicitation details are accessible online through the Texas SmartBuy portal. The focus is on timely and reliable delivery service to multiple Head Start sites to ensure consistent supply of milk products within the Dallas County area.
Head Start of Greater Dallas, Inc. issued Invitation for Bids (IFB No. 26 MK) for the procurement and delivery of milk and dairy products to over 20 agency locations throughout Dallas County, Texas. This is a requirements contract with an initial term of one year and up to four additional one-year option periods, potentially extending the contract to five years. The contract emphasizes consistent, timely, and multiple weekly inside deliveries of Grade A pasteurized, homogenized, vitamin A and D-enriched milk products, including skim, low-fat, and whole milk varieties. Deliveries must comply with Texas Department of Agriculture Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) meal patterns to support meal reimbursement eligibility and accommodate medical, cultural, or religious dietary restrictions at no extra cost. Vendors are expected to maintain sufficient staff and transportation resources to meet precise delivery and service requirements.
The contract enforces strict product quality, packaging, and labeling standards, requiring products to be fresh, wholesome, and delivered under appropriate temperature controls in accordance with HACCP guidelines. Packaging must be commercially acceptable, clean, and intact, with clear manufacturer date codes and compliance with the Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act (FALCPA). Inspection and acceptance occur upon delivery at agency sites, with the agency retaining authority to reject nonconforming products. Vendors must be prepared to promptly notify the Agency of recalls and cover all replacement costs. Award decisions are based on a comprehensive evaluation approach weighting quality, service, delivery, compliance with specifications, and consideration of small and minority-owned business status rather than lowest price alone. The contract requires subcontractor payments within 10 days of receiving payment, adherence to indemnification and insurance provisions (minimum $1 million general liability coverage), and designates a contract administrator for oversight and communications. Payment is contingent on receipt of valid invoices accompanied by proof of delivery and subject to the Texas Prompt Payment Act. The solicitation highlights a preference for electronic order entry systems and submission of detailed nutritional documentation, including CN labels and product formulation statements. Multiple contracts may be awarded (primary, secondary, tertiary suppliers), and vendors must observe all bid submission procedures, deadlines, and protest processes.
TexasTX,
USA
NAICS
424490
Other Grocery and Related Products Merchant Wholesalers
Head Start of Greater Dallas, Inc. issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB 26MK) seeking suppliers to provide delivery of milk and related dairy products to over 20 agency locations across Dallas County, Texas. The solicitation is for a requirements contract initially lasting one year with the option to extend annually up to five years. The contract requires vendors to maintain sufficient staffing and refrigerated vehicles to perform several inside deliveries weekly, ensuring adherence to Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) meal patterns, HACCP sanitation standards, and applicable state and federal health regulations. Deliveries are FOB destination, with inside delivery requirements at each Head Start site. Products must meet strict temperature controls (frozen products at 0°F or lower; refrigerated products between 34°F and 40°F), be Grade A pasteurized or USDA-compliant dairy alternatives, and be packed in clean, undamaged commercial packaging marked clearly with manufacturer date codes and nutrition labels, in full compliance with FDA and allergen labeling laws.
The procurement process emphasizes a best value award based on multiple weighted evaluation criteria including unit price, product quality (assessed through site visits, testing, references), delivery/service reliability, compliance with solicitation specifications, and preference for small, minority, or woman-owned businesses. Vendors must submit sealed bids by June 24, 2026, following a mandatory bid schedule and supplying extensive product documentation such as nutritional labels, formulation statements, and manufacturer certifications. The contract incorporates specific terms related to customer service, insurance coverage, personnel standards, indemnification, and non-discrimination laws. Inspection and acceptance occur at delivery sites where compliance with quality, packaging, temperature, and sanitation requirements is verified before acceptance. Payment is contingent on proper invoicing and proof of delivery, aligning with Texas prompt payment laws. The agency reserves the right to reject bids, award multiple contracts if beneficial, and terminate the contract upon funding loss or unsatisfactory performance. Overall, the contract aims to ensure reliable, safe, and nutritionally appropriate milk product delivery supporting Head Start programs within Dallas County.
TexasTX,
USA
NAICS
424430
Dairy Product (except Dried or Canned) Merchant Wholesalers
The contract involves providing janitorial services at the Wanda Meshack Smith Administrative Office in Dallas, Texas, covering approximately 31,000 square feet. The initial term is a minimum of one year, with provisions for two additional one-year extensions, allowing for a total potential duration of up to three years. The scope includes all labor, materials, equipment, and supplies necessary to perform cleaning tasks scheduled primarily after 5:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday, with an additional day between Friday and Sunday, ensuring regular cleaning, window washing quarterly, and carpet extraction twice annually. The contract emphasizes operational requirements such as trash removal, restocking supplies, and maintaining cleanliness standards, with closures during spring break, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. Payment is due within 30 days of invoice receipt, and the contractor is responsible for determining staffing levels and operational efficiency.
Notably, the procurement process does not specify formal FAR clauses, standard government contract provisions, or detailed evaluation criteria, nor does it incorporate specific regulatory or clause references. There are no attachments, exhibits, or referenced supporting documents beyond the main scope, and no explicit inspection, acceptance, packaging, marking, or labeling requirements are included. The solicitation number is QARFPJS2026, issued by Inc Head Start Greater Dallas, with a response deadline of October 16, 2025. The only administrative contact provided is Agnes Chiu via email and phone. The contract emphasizes experience through reference submissions but does not specify particular certifications, representations, or socioeconomic classifications. Overall, the contract is straightforward, focusing on service delivery standards, operational schedules, and administrative procedures without detailed contractual clauses or supplemental documentation.
The contract involves the procurement of office furniture for multiple Head Start locations in Dallas County, Texas, managed by Head Start of Greater Dallas, Inc. Bidders are invited to submit comprehensive proposals by October 8, 2025, with strict adherence to submission deadlines, as late bids will be rejected. The solicitation emphasizes delivering fully assembled furniture within five working days from stock, with all deliveries made FOB destination and including inside delivery, assembly, and placement at no additional charge. The process mandates that all bids include proof of insurance, a list of at least five local references for similar services, and, if applicable, certification as a small, minority-owned, or woman-owned business with receipts under four million dollars over three years. Pricing must be fixed for the first year, with any adjustments thereafter requiring mutual agreement, and all pricing details are to be submitted separately.
The evaluation process is primarily compliance-based, focusing on timely submission, completeness of the bid package, references, insurance, and adherence to delivery and no-substitution policies. Bids that meet all requirements are considered for award, which will be granted to the lowest acceptable bid demonstrating the best value. The contract does not reference standard FAR clauses or specific contract types but relies on the detailed terms outlined in the IFB. Delivery and acceptance are contingent upon the contractor fulfilling all specified conditions, including proper coordination for drop-shipped items, and the agency's responsibility is limited to accepting goods at the destination upon verification of compliance. The overall approach emphasizes strict adherence to delivery timelines, documentation, and no substitution policies, ensuring a straightforward, compliance-driven procurement process.
