The School District of Pickens County issued a sealed‑bid invitation (IFB 122‑6‑12‑2) for the purchase of surplus, used Chromebooks. After receiving bids by December 2, 2022, the district awarded the contract to Imaan International Inc. for a total of $3,477. The devices are sold “as‑is, where‑is” with no warranty, and the buyer must arrange pickup, loading, and provide a cashier’s check before release. The contract requires a 7 % SC sales tax to be included in the bid, and the offer must remain firm for 90 days. No electronic submissions are permitted, and joint bids are prohibited.
• Scope: 1,159 used Chromebooks (various Dell, Lenovo, ASUS models) sold surplus, with chargers and limited packaging.
• Procurement: Sealed‑bid, full and open competition; award posted Dec 5 2022.
• Vendor responsibilities: Provide cash‑on‑delivery (cashier’s check), handle pickup logistics, and accept devices “as‑is.”