Cherokee County Board of Education Exclusivity of Beverages ITB 26-13 - Spring Garden High School 2026
Cherokee County School DistrictSchool · Centre, AL- Due
- Aug 27, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 5, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Andrea Aultman
- (256) 927-3362
The 30-second brief
The Cherokee County Board of Education is requesting sealed bids for the exclusivity of beverages at Spring Garden High School's athletic programs and events. The selected vendor will provide and maintain beverage dispensing and vending equipment, coolers, drink holders, cups, and squeeze bottles. The scope also includes providing banners, promotional materials, menu boards, and the installation and maintenance of LED scoreboards for football, basketball, volleyball, softball, and baseball. Bidders must provide exclusivity funding, commissions on sales, and a product allowance for athletic teams and cheerleading squads. The contract term is for five years. Bids are due by August 27, 2026, at 10:00 AM Central Time, with questions accepted through August 25, 2026.
Completed Invitation to Bid Form, Vendor Bid Response Form, E-Verify Memorandum of Understanding, Initialed bid document, Proposal packet
50% on agreement to bid proposal, 50% on bid pricing of product
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Summary
The Cherokee County Board of Education is requesting sealed bids for the exclusivity of beverages at Spring Garden High School's athletic programs and events.
The selected vendor will provide and maintain beverage dispensing and vending equipment, coolers, drink holders, cups, and squeeze bottles. The scope also includes providing banners, promotional materials, menu boards, and the installation and maintenance of LED scoreboards for football, basketball, volleyball, softball, and baseball. Bidders must provide exclusivity funding, commissions on sales, and a product allowance for athletic teams and cheerleading squads. The contract term is for five years. Bids are due by August 27, 2026, at 10:00 AM Central Time, with questions accepted through August 25, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
50% on agreement to bid proposal, 50% on bid pricing of product
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Completed Invitation to Bid Form
- Vendor Bid Response Form
- E-Verify Memorandum of Understanding
- Initialed bid document
- Proposal packet
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Invitation to Bid Form
- Vendor Bid Response Form
- E-Verify Memorandum of Understanding
- Submit to
- 200 Armory Road, Centre, AL 35960
- Scope location
- Centre, AL
- Reported agency
- Cherokee County Board of Education
Questions about this ITB
How do I respond to this ITB from Cherokee County School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 27, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 200 Armory Road, Centre, AL 35960. For questions, contact Andrea Aultman.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this ITB?
Most government agencies, including Cherokee County 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 ITB 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 Andrea Aultman at (256) 927-3362. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Completed Invitation to Bid Form, Vendor Bid Response Form, E-Verify Memorandum of Understanding, Initialed bid document, Proposal packet. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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: "50% on agreement to bid proposal, 50% on bid pricing of product" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Cherokee County School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Cherokee County School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Cherokee County 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 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this ITB?
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: Invitation to Bid Form, Vendor Bid Response Form, E-Verify Memorandum of Understanding. Review the full document from Cherokee County 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: Centre, AL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.