Allen Park Public Schools Food Service Equipment Purchase RFP FSD FY27-001 - Allen Park High School
Allen Park Public SchoolsSchool · Allen Park, MI- Due
- Dec 7, 2026
- 53 days left
- Posted
- Oct 6, 2026
- Primary contact
- Lamar Davis
- (313) 827-2185
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Allen Park Public Schools is soliciting proposals from qualified vendors to furnish, deliver and install 33 line items (34 units) of mobile serving counters, hot and cold food units, cashier stands, sneeze guards, grab-and-go merchandisers, and induction cooking equipment at Allen Park High School, 9601 Vine Rd, Allen Park, MI 48101, for use in the District's School Nutrition Program. The procurement is conducted under RFP FSD FY27-001. Proposals are due by Monday, December 7, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern Time. Written questions are due by November 13, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern Time, with answers and addenda issued by November 20, 2026. A mandatory single award will be made based on evaluation criteria totaling 100 points, where price is weighted at 40 points, service capability at 15 points, quality at 15 points, experience/references at 10 points, delivery/installation plan and lead time at 10 points, business practices at 5 points, and accounting/reporting system at 5 points. Required deliverables include equipment models such as Duke Manufacturing cash register stands, utility serving counters, hot food serving counters/tables, cold food counters, and triangle units, as well as Premier Metal & Glass sneeze guards and Spring USA induction ranges. Required submission forms include Section 16 pricing form, Exhibits A through F (Statement of Non-Collusion, Debarment Certification, Lobbying Certification, Conflict of Interest Disclosure, EEO Certification, and References), and a W-9.
Price (40), Service Capability (15), Quality (15), Experience / References (10), Delivery/installation plan and lead time (10), Business Practices (5), Accounting and Reporting System (5)
SUMMARY
Allen Park Public Schools is soliciting proposals from qualified vendors to furnish, deliver and install 33 line items (34 units) of mobile serving counters, hot and cold food units, cashier stands, sneeze guards, grab-and-go merchandisers, and induction cooking equipment at Allen Park High School, 9601 Vine Rd, Allen Park, MI 48101, for use in the District's School Nutrition Program.
The procurement is conducted under RFP FSD FY27-001. Proposals are due by Monday, December 7, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern Time. Written questions are due by November 13, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern Time, with answers and addenda issued by November 20, 2026. A mandatory single award will be made based on evaluation criteria totaling 100 points, where price is weighted at 40 points, service capability at 15 points, quality at 15 points, experience/references at 10 points, delivery/installation plan and lead time at 10 points, business practices at 5 points, and accounting/reporting system at 5 points. Required deliverables include equipment models such as Duke Manufacturing cash register stands, utility serving counters, hot food serving counters/tables, cold food counters, and triangle units, as well as Premier Metal & Glass sneeze guards and Spring USA induction ranges. Required submission forms include Section 16 pricing form, Exhibits A through F (Statement of Non-Collusion, Debarment Certification, Lobbying Certification, Conflict of Interest Disclosure, EEO Certification, and References), and a W-9.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- Signed Statement of Non-Collusion (Exhibit A)
- Certification Regarding Debarment
- Suspension
- Other Responsibility Matters (Exhibit B)
- Certification Regarding Lobbying (Exhibit C)
- W-9
- Conflict of Interest Disclosure (Exhibit D)
- Equal Employment Opportunity Certification (Exhibit E)
- References (Exhibit F)
- Signed Addenda Acknowledgment
- Submit to
- Food Service Office, Central Administration Building, 9601 Vine Ave., Allen Park, MI 48101, Attn: Lamar Davis
- Scope location
- Allen Park, MI
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Allen Park Public Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 7, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Food Service Office, Central Administration Building, 9601 Vine Ave., Allen Park, MI 48101, Attn: Lamar Davis. For questions, contact Lamar Davis.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Allen Park Public Schools in MI, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Lamar Davis at (313) 827-2185. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Price (40), Service Capability (15), Quality (15), Experience / References (10), Delivery/installation plan and lead time (10), Business Practices (5), Accounting and Reporting System (5)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Allen Park Public Schools?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 7, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Signed Statement of Non-Collusion (Exhibit A), Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, and Other Responsibility Matters (Exhibit B), Certification Regarding Lobbying (Exhibit C), W-9, Conflict. Review the full document from Allen Park Public Schools for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Allen Park, MI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.