Hays Unified School District 489 Cabinet Fabrication and Installation RFP-2026-0004
Hays Unified School District 489School · Hays, KS- Due
- May 26, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 18, 2026
- Primary contact
- Dawn Bush
The 30-second brief
Hays Unified School District 489 (USD 489) is requesting proposals for RFP-2026-0004 for the fabrication and installation of custom cabinetry at the Early Childhood Connections facility in Hays, Kansas. The scope includes labor, materials, and equipment for hallway tall storage, sink and countertop areas, base/wall/tall cabinets, finished end panels, toe kicks, and hardware. Specifications require true frameless European-style construction using 3/4-inch premium furniture-grade thermally fused melamine (TFM) panels, CNC-machined fabrication, and soft-close drawer systems with a 110 lb dynamic load rating. Proposals are due via e-bid by May 26, 2026, and all work must be completed by June 30, 2026. Evaluation criteria include compliance with specifications, quality, experience, timeline, and cost.
Fabricated cabinetry, Professional installation, Fillers, Toe kicks, Trim, Hardware, Final adjustment
Compliance with specifications, Quality of materials and construction, Experience and references, Installation capabilities, Project timeline, Cost
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Summary
Hays Unified School District 489 (USD 489) is requesting proposals for RFP-2026-0004 for the fabrication and installation of custom cabinetry at the Early Childhood Connections facility in Hays, Kansas.
The scope includes labor, materials, and equipment for hallway tall storage, sink and countertop areas, base/wall/tall cabinets, finished end panels, toe kicks, and hardware. Specifications require true frameless European-style construction using 3/4-inch premium furniture-grade thermally fused melamine (TFM) panels, CNC-machined fabrication, and soft-close drawer systems with a 110 lb dynamic load rating. Proposals are due via e-bid by May 26, 2026, and all work must be completed by June 30, 2026. Evaluation criteria include compliance with specifications, quality, experience, timeline, and cost.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Compliance with specifications
- Quality of materials and construction
- Experience and references
- Installation capabilities
- Project timeline
- Cost
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Fabricated cabinetry
- Professional installation
- Fillers
- Toe kicks
- Trim
- Hardware
- Final adjustment
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Company information
- Relevant project experience
- Estimated project timeline
- Detailed pricing breakdown
- Material specifications
- Warranty information
- Proof of insurance
- References
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Hays, KS
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Hays Unified School District 489?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 26, 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Dawn Bush.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Hays Unified School District 489 in KS, 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 Dawn Bush. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Fabricated cabinetry, Professional installation, Fillers, Toe kicks, Trim, Hardware, Final adjustment. 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: "Compliance with specifications, Quality of materials and construction, Experience and references, Installation capabilities, Project timeline, Cost" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Hays Unified School District 489?
All active and historical solicitations from Hays Unified School District 489 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Hays Unified School District 489 regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: Company information, Relevant project experience, Estimated project timeline, Detailed pricing breakdown, Material specifications, Warranty information, Proof of insurance, References. Review the full document from Hays Unified School District 489 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Hays, KS. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.