Mobile County Public Schools Cafeteria Equipment Non-Installed Bid 26-45
Mobile County School DistrictSchool · Mobile, AL- Due
- Sep 8, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 12, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Cynthia Martin
- (251) 221-4473
The 30-second brief
Mobile County Public Schools is soliciting sealed bids for the supply and delivery of non-installed cafeteria equipment under Bid No. 26-45. The procurement covers a wide range of kitchen and food service items including ingredient bins, mobile bowls, electric can openers, stainless steel carts, ice dispensers, pan racks, food processors, mobile shelving units, milk coolers, and food slicers. The contract term is for one year from the date of board approval, with options for annual renewals up to two years. Bidders must be authorized dealers and maintain an in-house service department with a 24-hour response time. Bids are due by September 8, 2026, at 10:00 AM. The district requires participation in the VISA Virtual Credit Card Program for payments and mandates that all responses on price sheets be typed in Excel.
Typed price sheets in Excel, Signed Invitation to Bid sheet, Minority questionnaire, Variance sheet, Debarment sheet, AOC Vendor Enrollment Data Sheet, Alabama Immigration Law Compliance Documents, Vendor Disclosure Statement
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Summary
Mobile County Public Schools is soliciting sealed bids for the supply and delivery of non-installed cafeteria equipment under Bid No. 26-45.
The procurement covers a wide range of kitchen and food service items including ingredient bins, mobile bowls, electric can openers, stainless steel carts, ice dispensers, pan racks, food processors, mobile shelving units, milk coolers, and food slicers. The contract term is for one year from the date of board approval, with options for annual renewals up to two years. Bidders must be authorized dealers and maintain an in-house service department with a 24-hour response time. Bids are due by September 8, 2026, at 10:00 AM. The district requires participation in the VISA Virtual Credit Card Program for payments and mandates that all responses on price sheets be typed in Excel.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- Typed price sheets in Excel
- Signed Invitation to Bid sheet
- Minority questionnaire
- Variance sheet
- Debarment sheet
- AOC Vendor Enrollment Data Sheet
- Alabama Immigration Law Compliance Documents
- Vendor Disclosure Statement
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Minority Questionnaire
- Variance Sheet
- Debarment Sheet
- AOC Vendor Enrollment Data Sheet
- Immigration Law Compliance Documents
- Vendor Disclosure Statement
- Required Bid Information Form
- Submit to
- Purchasing Department, 1 Magnum Pass, Mobile, Alabama 36618
- 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 8, 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: Purchasing Department, 1 Magnum Pass, Mobile, Alabama 36618. For questions, contact Cynthia Martin.
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 Cynthia Martin at (251) 221-4473. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Typed price sheets in Excel, Signed Invitation to Bid sheet, Minority questionnaire, Variance sheet, Debarment sheet, AOC Vendor Enrollment Data Sheet, Alabama Immigration Law Compliance Documents, Vendor Disclosure Statement. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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: Minority Questionnaire, Variance Sheet, Debarment Sheet, AOC Vendor Enrollment Data Sheet, Immigration Law Compliance Documents, Vendor Disclosure Statement, Required Bid Information Form. 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.