Washington County Schools Kitchen Equipment Invitation to Bid 2026 - Lamar and Ridgeview Elementary Schools
Washington County School DistrictSchool · Jonesborough, TN- Due
- Oct 20, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 6, 2026
- Primary contact
- Jeremy Moore
- (423) 753-1129
The 30-second brief
Washington County Schools is soliciting sealed bids for new kitchen equipment, including refrigeration systems, serving counters, utility counters, and cash register stands for Lamar Elementary School in Jonesborough, TN and Ridgeview Elementary School in Gray, TN. The procurement encompasses walk-in cooler and freezer replacement refrigeration, counter top refrigerators, hot food serving counters, cold food serving counters, and cashier stands with specific models by Duke Manufacturing and True Mfg. Proposals will be accepted until 2:00 PM EST on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at the Central Office in Jonesborough, TN. Bidders must provide proof of Tennessee licensing, insurance, and clear background checks for all on-site employees. Awards will be based on best value for educational use.
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Summary
Washington County Schools is soliciting sealed bids for new kitchen equipment, including refrigeration systems, serving counters, utility counters, and cash register stands for Lamar Elementary School in Jonesborough, TN and Ridgeview Elementary School in Gray, TN. The procurement encompasses walk-in cooler and freezer replacement refrigeration, counter top refrigerators, hot food serving counters, cold food serving counters, and cashier stands with specific models by Duke Manufacturing and True Mfg.
Proposals will be accepted until 2:00 PM EST on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at the Central Office in Jonesborough, TN. Bidders must provide proof of Tennessee licensing, insurance, and clear background checks for all on-site employees. Awards will be based on best value for educational use.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Best value for educational use
- Submit to
- Central Office, 405 W. College Street, Jonesborough, TN 37659
- Scope location
- Jonesborough, TN
- Reported agency
- Washington County Schools
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Washington County School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 20, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: Central Office, 405 W. College Street, Jonesborough, TN 37659. For questions, contact Jeremy Moore.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Washington County School District in TN, 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 Jeremy Moore at (423) 753-1129. 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: "Best value for educational use" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Washington County School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Washington County School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Washington County 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. Review the full document from Washington 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: Jonesborough, TN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.