Rapides Parish School Board Purchase of Cafeteria Equipment and Supplies Bid 27-13
Rapides Parish School DistrictSchool · Alexandria, LA- Due
- Sep 18, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 28, 2026
- Primary contact
- Elizabeth A. Domite
The 30-second brief
The Rapides Parish School Board (RPSB) is soliciting sealed bids for the purchase of cafeteria equipment and supplies under Bid No. 27-13. The procurement covers various food service equipment and related supplies for school cafeteria operations. Bidders must provide a bid security equal to five percent (5%) of the total bid in the form of a Bid Bond from a company licensed in Louisiana. Bids can be submitted electronically at centralbidding.com or delivered in sealed envelopes to the Purchasing Department in Alexandria, LA. The submission deadline is September 18, 2026, at 11:00 AM, at which time bids will be publicly opened and read.
Sealed Bids, Bid Bond
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Summary
The Rapides Parish School Board (RPSB) is soliciting sealed bids for the purchase of cafeteria equipment and supplies under Bid No. 27-13.
The procurement covers various food service equipment and related supplies for school cafeteria operations. Bidders must provide a bid security equal to five percent (5%) of the total bid in the form of a Bid Bond from a company licensed in Louisiana. Bids can be submitted electronically at centralbidding.com or delivered in sealed envelopes to the Purchasing Department in Alexandria, LA. The submission deadline is September 18, 2026, at 11:00 AM, at which time bids will be publicly opened and read.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Sealed Bids, Bid Bond
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Bid Bond
- Submit to
- 619 Sixth Street, Alexandria, Louisiana 71301
- Scope location
- Alexandria, LA
- Reported agency
- Rapides Parish School Board
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Rapides Parish School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 18, 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: 619 Sixth Street, Alexandria, Louisiana 71301. For questions, contact Elizabeth A. Domite.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Rapides Parish School District in LA, 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 Elizabeth A. Domite. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Sealed Bids, Bid Bond. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Rapides Parish School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Rapides Parish School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Rapides Parish School District 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 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 Bond. Review the full document from Rapides Parish 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: Alexandria, LA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.