Birmingham Board of Education Child Nutrition Smallwares ITB #2027-02 (2026)
Birmingham City School DistrictSchool · Birmingham, AL- Due
- Dec 10, 2026
- 25 days left
- Posted
- Nov 13, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Edward McMullen
- (205) 231-4885
The 30-second brief
The Birmingham Board of Education is seeking bids from qualified firms to provide kitchen smallwares, food prep supplies, food storage containers, measuring and weighing equipment, plastic food pans, racks, carts, serving items, steam table pans, texties, and thermometers for Birmingham City Schools across 43 school locations. The contract includes an initial one-year term with three additional one-year renewal options. Bids are due by Thursday, December 10, 2026, at 10:00 AM CDT. A question submission deadline is set for November 19, 2026, at 1:00 PM CDT. Bidders must submit a bid security equal to 5% of the bid (max $10,000) in the form of a bid bond, cashier's check, or certified check.
Price, quality and suitability to purpose, needs of the Board, warranty and maintenance agreement
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Summary
The Birmingham Board of Education is seeking bids from qualified firms to provide kitchen smallwares, food prep supplies, food storage containers, measuring and weighing equipment, plastic food pans, racks, carts, serving items, steam table pans, texties, and thermometers for Birmingham City Schools across 43 school locations.
The contract includes an initial one-year term with three additional one-year renewal options. Bids are due by Thursday, December 10, 2026, at 10:00 AM CDT. A question submission deadline is set for November 19, 2026, at 1:00 PM CDT. Bidders must submit a bid security equal to 5% of the bid (max $10,000) in the form of a bid bond, cashier's check, or certified check.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Price
- Quality and suitability to purpose
- Needs of the Board
- Warranty and maintenance agreement
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
15- Bid Sheet (Attachment A)
- Insurance Requirements Form (Attachment B)
- Addenda Acknowledgement Form (Attachment C)
- Reference Form (Attachment D)
- Debarment Form (Attachment E)
- Alabama Child Protection Act Form (Attachment F)
- BCS Minority Participation Program Policy Form (Attachment G)
- BCIA Minority Participation Form (Attachment H)
- State of Alabama Immigration Law Certificate of Compliance (Attachment I)
- Drug-Free Workplace Certification (Attachment J)
- Bid Certification Form (Attachment K)
- Non-Collusion Certification Form (Attachment L)
- Vendor Questionnaire Form (Attachment M)
- Disclosure Statement Form (Attachment N)
- Bid Security
- Submit to
- Birmingham Board of Education, Purchasing Department, Room 202, 2015 Park Place North, Birmingham, Alabama 35203
- Duration
- 48 months
- Scope location
- Birmingham, AL
- Reported agency
- Birmingham Board of Education
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Birmingham City School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 10, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Birmingham Board of Education, Purchasing Department, Room 202, 2015 Park Place North, Birmingham, Alabama 35203. For questions, contact Edward McMullen.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Birmingham City School District in AL, 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 Bid 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 Edward McMullen at (205) 231-4885. 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, quality and suitability to purpose, needs of the Board, warranty and maintenance agreement" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Birmingham City School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Birmingham City School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Birmingham City School District regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 10, 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 Bid?
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: Bid Sheet (Attachment A), Insurance Requirements Form (Attachment B), Addenda Acknowledgement Form (Attachment C), Reference Form (Attachment D), Debarment Form (Attachment E), Alabama Child Protectio. Review the full document from Birmingham City School District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Birmingham, AL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
