New Cafeteria Equipment

The San Diego Unified School District is seeking firm‑fixed‑price bids for a comprehensive set of commercial kitchen and cafeteria equipment to support its Food & Nutrition Services across multiple schools. Bidders must submit an all‑inclusive price per line item (including delivery, freight, and training) and meet strict documentation requirements such as non‑collusion declarations, drug‑free certifications, and warranty provisions. The award will be based on the lowest overall cost to the District, with equal bids resolved by random drawing. Delivery is to the district’s supply center on weekdays, 7 am‑2 pm, and the District will handle state sales/use tax calculations. Alternate makes and models may be proposed by the March 6 deadline, with approved alternates posted March 13. • Scope covers 15 lots of equipment including convection ovens, heated cabinets, milk coolers, steam tables, reach‑in refrigerators/freezers, utility carts, heated transport carts, and a hot‑seal lidding machine. • All pricing must be firm‑fixed, inclusive of delivery, and submitted via the PlanetBids electronic portal; “NO BID” must be entered for any line items not offered. • Required attachments: non‑collusion declaration, drug‑free workplace certification, references, W‑9, CA 590 (if applicable), and any manufacturer‑authorized dealer letters. • Delivery must be FOB Destination, with the supplier responsible for container and pallet costs; samples may be requested with a 5‑day turnaround, and returned goods must be reclaimed within 10 business days.