Hand Towel Biddings - Procurement Opportunities

The Rutherford County Board of Education is requesting bids for custodial supplies and equipment. Bids must be submitted by 2:00 PM on May 16, 2025, to the address provided. Faxed or emailed bids will not be accepted. The board reserves the right to increase or decrease amounts and/or quantities, waive formalities, accept bids as a whole or in parts, and reject any or all bids. Bidders must comply with all specifications, including providing samples for substitute items, and must be in compliance with Tennessee state and federal laws, including criminal background checks and drug-free workplace programs. The contract term is up to 60 months, potentially extendable to 12 months at a time, with mutual agreement. Delivery must be made to schools within 5 business days of order receipt. A minimum dollar amount for delivery will not be accepted. The vendor must notify Rutherford County immediately upon receipt of an order of any items on backorder, and the anticipated timeline the item will be available. Rutherford County will notify the vendor within one week whether Rutherford County will wait for the item or if it will move on to the next vendor with the item in stock. Rutherford County will not be responsible for purchasing backorder items ordered by the vendor prior to Rutherford County's notification on intent to purchase said items. Bid prices must be good for a minimum of 6 months after acceptance by the board of education. After that period, 30 days written notice is required for decrease or increase in price. After written notice is given, custodial supplies may be subject to rebid or go to the next lowest bidder.

Bidders are required to read the Request for Bids (RFB) in its entirety and follow the instructions. The due date for bids is Thursday, May 15, 2025, 2:00 PM CST. Bids must be submitted electronically (via email to ***@***. *. *) and must not exceed 20MB. Complete and return Forms A through E to City of Madison Purchasing Services by the due date. All bids must be clearly labeled. Bidders are responsible for reviewing Appendix A (standard terms and conditions) and Appendix B (sample contract) prior to submission. Multiple bids are permitted, but each must fully conform to the requirements. Questions about the RFB must be submitted in writing to the purchasing services administrator. The City of Madison reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids. All information submitted may be made available for public inspection. The successful bidder will be required to furnish usage reports annually. The City of Madison is exempt from payment of federal excise taxes and state of Wisconsin taxes. Site visits are encouraged. Contact Robert Bryce Gruner at **** to set up a walkthrough of the units.

The tender is for linen services for Saint Paul Public Schools nutrition services for the period of July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026, with the option to renew for four additional one-year periods. Electronic proposals are due by May 29, 2025, at 2 PM. Vendors must provide detailed pricing, including prepaid freight (FOB destination), and answer specific questions regarding their capabilities, including emergency deliveries, online order systems, reporting, HACCP plans, delivery flexibility, return policies, handling procedures, compliance with the Buy American clause, and fill rates. The district reserves the right to increase or decrease the number of units ordered. The contract vendor must provide a dedicated sales representative to work closely with the district nutrition services office, accounting office, and all schools departments. Additional documents required include a copy of the company's HACCP/safety plan, and evidence of insurance. The district is the second largest in the state of Minnesota, serving over 3. 5 million breakfasts, 4. 7 million lunches, and 232 thousand snacks and 273 thousand suppers.

The Kodiak Island Borough School District is seeking quotations for custodial supplies. Quotations are due by 12 PM May 16, 2025, at the shipping and receiving office. The quotations will be opened at 1:10 PM May 16, 2025, in the finance department. Vendors must submit quotations on the enclosed attachments. Delivery options are available at the Kodiak Island Borough School District warehouse or Span Alaska. Quotations must be firm for 90 days after the opening date. Evaluation factors include price, quality, delivery date, vendor performance, samples, and vendor support. A local vendor preference may be given. The final agreement will include the RFQ, attachments, and the purchase order. Payment will be made **** days after delivery and inspection. If a vendor fails to deliver within 30 days, the contract may be terminated.