The bid is for kitchen serving line equipment for Boonsboro High School. The preproposal meeting is on March 18, 2026. The deadline for written questions is March 23, 2026. Proposals are due April 1, 2026. Delivery and installations must be coordinated with a food and nutrition service representative before delivery. All equipment must be delivered before August 13, 2026. Expedited build/shipping must be included as part of any quote to accommodate the delivery window. Deliveries will be between June 12, 2026, and August 13, 2026. Bids should include the total dollar cost for each item. No substitutions are permitted for item 1 a, b, c, d.
The bid notice states All equipment must be delivered before August 13, 2026.
The bid notice states wcps standard payment terms are net 30
The bid notice states bid pricing shall be inclusive of all charges for transportation, inside delivery, assembly unless specifically addressed and authorized in the price proposal, a minimum oneyear full parts and labor warranty, and documentationinstructions for operation, etc.
The bid notice states he basis of award shall be the lowest responsible bidders submitting a responsive bid that conforms to the specifications established in the solicitation with consideration given to the quantities involved, time required for delivery, purpose for which required, competency and responsibility of bidder, the ability of the bidder to perform satisfactory service, and the plan for utilization of minority contractors, if applicable.
The bid notice states he intent of this bid solicitation is to establish an equipment bid with a qualified, experienced, and reliable company to provide and install the equipment specified or approved equal, to include delivery, uncrating, setinplace, final connections, setup, and training.
The bid notice states in addition to, or in lieu of, paying for any incurred replacement costss, the awarded vendors may pay liquidated damages, in the amount of 200 per day, for any delay or failure in performance, as well as any related damages sustained by wcps.
The bid notice states each bidder should visit the site and become informed fully as to the condition under which the work is to be done.
The bid notice states samples may be requested for testing and evaluation purposes.
The bid notice states any company objecting to the bid procedure or the recommendation for award has five 5 business days following the date of award by the board of education to file a written protest with the superintendent of schools.
