Strawberry Government Bids & RFPs

Bids must be received by the closing date of August 25, 2026, at 10:00 a. m. CST. bids will be received and accepted until 2: 00 p. m. , tuesday august 25, 2026.

No invoice shall be paid before all conditions of this bid have been completed to the satisfaction of the desoto parish school board. no invoice shall be paid before all conditions of this bid have been completed to the satisfaction of the desoto parish school board.

If any manufacturer warranty is offered, attach any and all manufacturer warranties or other warranties concerning the equipment, materials or supplies to the bidders bid proposal form. if any manufacturer warranty is offered, attach any and all manufacturer warranties or other warranties concerning the equipment, materials or supplies to the bidders bid proposal form.

The cost price analysis states that the vendor with the lowest price receives the 50 maximum points. cost vendor with the lowest price receives the 50 maximum points.

For a bidder to be declared a responsive and responsible vendor they must have a proven record of service in the administration of a contract of this size and this type. for a bidder to be declared a responsive and responsible vendor they must have a proven record of service in the administration of a contract of this size and this type.

In case of nonperformance, defective performance, or delay, the successful bidder agrees to pay the dpsb as stipulated damages an amount equal to 10 of the contract amount or 10 of the unit price times the quantity of any items to be delivered under the contract which are not delivered or are delivered in defective condition, or delivered late. in the case of nonperformance, defective performance, or delay in performance of an obligation of any contract or purchase order awarded by the school board pursuant to the specifications, the successful bidder agrees to pay the dpsb as stipulated damages an amountequal to 10 of the contract amount or 10 of the unit price times the quantity of any items to be delivered under the contract which are not delivered or are delivered in defectivecondition, or delivered late.

If requested by the desoto parish school board, samples must be furnished free of any charge to the desoto parish school board. if requested by the desoto parish school board, samples must be furnished free of any charge to the desoto parish school board.

Bids that are not prepared in accordance with these instructions to vendors may be rejected and/or disqualified. bids that are not prepared in accordance with these instructions to vendors may be rejected and/or disqualified.

Delivery will be made within 2 days ARO (After Receipt of Order) on a called-for basis.

Payment is to be made within 30 days after receipt of properly executed invoice or delivery, whichever is later. Discounts for payment made within 30 days. Discounts for payment made in less than 30 days, of less than 1%, or applicable to an indefinite quantity contract will be accepted but will not be an award consideration.

The contract will be awarded on an all-or-none basis to the overall lowest responsive, responsible bidder meeting the specifications.

Vendors must be registered in the LAGov system to submit bids and have their bids tabulated. Bidders must be responsive and responsible and meet the specifications.

Failure to deliver within the time specified or to provide services as specified will constitute a default and may cause cancellation of the contract. The state reserves the right to purchase on the open market and charge the contractor for excess costs.

Bids may be rejected if delivery time is longer than specified. Failure to comply with laws, regulations, or contract provisions can lead to termination. Misrepresentation, fraud, or abusive conduct are grounds for termination.

The delivery period is from October 1st to December 31st, 2026.

Items are to be delivered on a called for as needed by agency basis. Do not ship until called for by the agency. The contractor must be able to deliver within the timeframe provided for on their bid from the date the order is called in or submitted.

Payment is to be made within 30 days after receipt of properly executed invoice or delivery, whichever is later. Discounts for payment made within 30 days. Discounts for payment made in less than 30 days, of less than 1, or applicable to an indefinite quantity contract will be accepted but will not be an award consideration.

The manufacturers standard warranty will apply unless otherwise specified in the solicitation.

It is the intent of the state to award the contract on an all-or-none basis to the overall lowest responsive, responsible bidder meeting the specifications. The state further reserves the right to reject individual line items from the award.

Bidders must be registered in the LAGOV system to submit an online bid, have their bids tabulated, and receive email notifications. Corporations and limited liability companies must be registered and in good standing with the Louisiana Secretary of State for contracts over $25,000.

Failure to deliver within the time specified or to provide services as specified will constitute a default and may cause cancellation of the contract. The state reserves the right to purchase products or services on the open market and charge the contractor for excess costs.

Bids may be rejected if delivery time indicated is longer than specified. Bids containing payment in advance or C. O. D. requirements may be rejected. Failure to submit descriptive information for equivalent brands may cause bid rejection. Bids not specifying brand and model number shall be considered as offering the exact products specified. Failure to note exceptions on the bid form will not relieve bidders from supplying the actual products requested.