Mobile County Public Schools - Annual Water Treatment Service Contract - Bid 26-53 (2026)
Mobile County School DistrictSchool · Mobile, AL- Due
- Sep 24, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 10, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Karen Henderson
- (251) 221-4473
The 30-second brief
Mobile County Public Schools is seeking bids for an annual water treatment service contract covering cooling towers, water heaters, and chilled water systems across various schools and facilities in Mobile County, Alabama. The scope of work includes furnishing all required equipment, lab services, field inspections, chemical administration, automated cooling tower feed systems, and environmentally acceptable chemicals with colorant agents. Vendors must conduct pre-bid site visits, maintain a presence within a 50-mile radius, hold required state and local licenses including an Alabama General Contractor's License, and meet quarterly with the Maintenance Department's Refrigeration/Heating foreman. Sealed proposals are due by September 24, 2026, at 10:00 AM at the Purchasing Department, 1 Magnum Pass, Mobile, AL 36618. The contract is for a one-year term with up to two optional one-year renewals.
Overall quality, Conformity with specifications both general and specific, Purposes for which materials or services are required, Delivery dates and time required for delivery, Unit acquisition cost, financial ability to meet the contract, previous performance, facilities and equipment, availability of repair parts, experience, delivery promise, terms of payments, compatibility as required, other costs
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Summary
Mobile County Public Schools is seeking bids for an annual water treatment service contract covering cooling towers, water heaters, and chilled water systems across various schools and facilities in Mobile County, Alabama.
The scope of work includes furnishing all required equipment, lab services, field inspections, chemical administration, automated cooling tower feed systems, and environmentally acceptable chemicals with colorant agents. Vendors must conduct pre-bid site visits, maintain a presence within a 50-mile radius, hold required state and local licenses including an Alabama General Contractor's License, and meet quarterly with the Maintenance Department's Refrigeration/Heating foreman. Sealed proposals are due by September 24, 2026, at 10:00 AM at the Purchasing Department, 1 Magnum Pass, Mobile, AL 36618. The contract is for a one-year term with up to two optional one-year renewals.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
14- Overall quality
- Conformity with specifications both general and specific
- Purposes for which materials or services are required
- Delivery dates and time required for delivery
- Unit acquisition cost
- Financial ability to meet the contract
- Previous performance
- Facilities and equipment
- Availability of repair parts
- Experience
- Delivery promise
- Terms of payments
- Compatibility as required
- Other costs
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- The Invitation to Bid sheet has been signed
- The minority questionnaire
- The variance sheet (if applicable)
- The debarment sheet
- Addendum (if any) has been included
- AOC Vendor Enrollment Data Sheet
- Alabama Immigration Law Compliance Documents
- Vendor Disclosure Statement
- Submit to
- 1 Magnum Pass, Mobile, AL 36618
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Mobile, AL
- Reported agency
- Mobile County Public Schools
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Mobile County School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 24, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 1 Magnum Pass, Mobile, AL 36618. For questions, contact Karen Henderson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Mobile 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 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 Karen Henderson at (251) 221-4473. 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: "Overall quality, Conformity with specifications both general and specific, Purposes for which materials or services are required, Delivery dates and time required for delivery, Unit acquisition cost,..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Mobile County School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Mobile County School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Mobile 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 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: The Invitation to Bid sheet has been signed, The minority questionnaire, The variance sheet (if applicable), The debarment sheet, Addendum (if any) has been included, AOC Vendor Enrollment Data Sheet,. Review the full document from Mobile 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: Mobile, AL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.