Description
The Columbia Public School District (CPSD) Nutrition Services Department issued RFQ 25/10 on August 22 2024 to acquire essential food‑service equipment for its schools. The solicitation covers five distinct items: two configurations of ice machines (maker only and maker + bin), a three‑door reach‑in refrigerator, a commercial double‑stack convection oven, a milk cooler, and an additional double‑door reach‑in refrigerator. Bidders submitted unit and total pricing including installation and, where applicable, delivery. Multiple vendors offered competing makes and models (e.g., Manitowac, True, Blodgett, Southbend, ATOSA). The contract was later marked “AWARDED TO” with the winning vendor(s) highlighted in green, though the specific awardee(s) are not captured in the provided summary. The procurement reflects typical school‑district capital equipment acquisition, with line‑item costs ranging from roughly $2 k to $15 k per unit and an overall estimated spend of $55 k–$60 k.
• Scope: Supply (and install) ice machines, refrigeration units, a convection oven, and a milk cooler for school nutrition services.
• Procurement Type: Open competition RFQ with unit‑price pricing; multiple vendors submitted bids.
• Estimated Value: Approximately $55,000–$60,000 based on the highest line‑item totals across all categories.