IFB # HCSD 26-007 Cafeteria Equipment For Hinds County School District

The Hinds County School District is seeking qualified vendors to supply new cafeteria equipment for eight schools within the district. The procurement includes a full set of commercial‑grade kitchen appliances, serving stations, and related fixtures that meet the specifications outlined in the IFB. Bids may be submitted either in paper form (sealed envelope) or electronically via the Central Bidding portal. The deadline for receipt of bids is June 29, 2026 at 12:00 PM Central Time, with an opening scheduled for 3:00 PM the same day. The district will evaluate bids based on compliance with specifications, price, and vendor qualifications. • Schools covered: Bolton Edwards Elementary‑Middle, Byram Middle, Gary Road Elementary & Intermediate, Raymond Elementary & High School, Terry High School, Utica Elementary‑Middle. • Required equipment: commercial kitchen ovens, ranges, fryers, refrigeration units, serving lines, and ancillary accessories as detailed in the bid specifications PDF. • Submission options: sealed paper bids mailed to the district address or electronic bids uploaded to the Central Bidding website; all bids must be received by the deadline. • Evaluation criteria: adherence to technical specs, warranty terms, price competitiveness, and vendor experience with school cafeteria installations. • Contact for questions: Natalie Smith, Director of Child Nutrition (email provided).