318-20250604082641 NASD.pdf

NEW ALBANY SCHOOL DISTRICT

NEW ALBANY, MISSISSIPPI

Request for Proposals Advanced Manufacturing Training Equipment, Software Curriculum | Training | Installation | Shipping RFP# 25-016 Advanced Manufacturing

The New Albany School District has a budget in mind for this project. As a result, if the project exceeds the district's budget, we reserve the right to reduce or eliminate any line item’s quantity to remain within our budget.

All vendor questions and customer answers will be added to the bottom of a Google Document for all vendors to see. You can access the google doc at this web URL -https://tinyurl.com/487cfbw9

All correspondence and inquiries regarding this RFP must be done via Email to:

jcovington@nasd.ms If a vendor does not receive a response within 24 hours, it is the responsibility of the vendor to call Jake Miller at 662-534-1800 and confirm that the email message was received.

Bid Requirements:

● Bids for the following equipment required.

● Bidders must bid on either all of this RFP or nothing. They cannot bid on pieces.

The New Albany School District is seeking quotes for the following:

● AC/DC ELECTRICAL LEARNING SYSTEM – Quantity of 3

This system shall explore the fundamental concepts of AC and DC electrical systems. This system requires electricity (120 VAC/60 Hz/1 phase). This system will include:

AC/DC Electrical Systems Trainer One (1) Analog voltmeter shall be built into the instrument console with terminals so that test leads can be connected for making measurements. Range of the scale is from 0-30 volts, AC or DC. The component storage panel shall allow storage and identification of loose components that are included with trainer. The component work surface shall be a flat surface 20-in. x 17-in. located on top of the worktable and in front of the instrument console where components can be quickly attached and circuits setup. All loose components shall be mounted on mobile plastic panels with all component leads attached to metal spade-lug terminals which have thumbscrew attachment spade-lugs, requiring no tools. The loose component panels shall use a quick connect mounting/release method which permits the component circuits to be set up on the work surface and storage panel. The components shall include:

● Lamp Module Assembly (3)

● Knife Switch Module Assembly

● Solenoid Module Assembly

● Fuse Module Assembly

● 25 Ohm Resistor Module Assembly (2)

● 10 Ohm Resistor Module Assembly

● Pushbutton Switch Module Assembly

● Selector Switch Module Assembly

● Circuit Breaker Module Assembly

● Buzzer Module Assembly

● Fan Module Assembly

● Capacitor Module Assembly (2)

● Relay Module Assembly

● Rheostat Module Assembly

● Step Down Transformer Module Assembly

● Compass Module Assembly

● Transformer Load Module Assembly

● Patch Cords, Spade Lug to Spade Log (10)

● Patch Cords, Spade Lug to Banana (4)

● Neon Circuit Tester

Handheld Digital Meter

Student Curriculum Curriculum shall consist of one (1) set of six (6) Learning Activity Packets featuring at least forty-seven

(47) skills. Major topic areas include: basic electrical circuits; electrical measurements; circuit analysis;

inductance and capacitance; combination circuits; and transformers.

The student curriculum shall be designed in a skill-based format that focuses on teaching industry-relevant tasks. The objectives shall be accomplished by organizing the learning material into a series of learning activity packets, which are further subdivided into three or more segments per packet.

All learning material needed shall be contained in the packets including text material, laboratory equipment activities, and multimedia directions. No external text sources shall be required. The specific cognitive skills taught by each text passage shall be identified next to the passage. Each lab activity shall be identified by the industrial task taught. All activities shall be highly detailed with step-by-step instructions to facilitate a self-directed learning environment. A combination of step-by-step enabling activities and creative, problem-solving activities shall be provided. A self-review of five to ten questions shall be provided after each segment. The curriculum must be capable of both self-directed and instructor directed study. All activities must correlate directly to the hardware supplied, with detailed illustrations and diagrams.

Teacher’s Assessment/ Portfolio Guide A teacher’s assessment guide shall be provided. It shall contain student data sheets, data sheet solutions, self-review answers, quizzes, quiz answers, student skill record sheets and authentic assessment. A quiz shall be provided for each packet. A question shall be provided in each quiz for each cognitive objective taught. All tasks listed in the packet shall be listed on personalized student record sheets. The teacher’s assessment guide shall include directions for authentic skill assessment.

Certification Alignment AC/DC trainer must align with the SACA C-201 Electrical Systems 1 credential.

● BASIC HYDRAULICS, DOUBLE SIDED - Quantity of 1 This system provides a set of Basic Hydraulic Learning System panels on a double-sided workstation. Must be able to accommodate additional learning system that can be purchased and mounted on the opposite side of the workstation to maximize training area. This system is comprised of standard industrial-grade components to provide real-world experience.

Components include:

● Controls Technology Bench with Double-Sided Frame o Welded-steel frame construction for durability o Heavy duty lockable casters for mobility o Slide-in storage racks for both circuit panel and instrumentation modules to allow easy storage o Drip pan, accommodating three circuit panel modules to avoid oil spills o Drip pan drain o Mounting slots for three instrumentation modules o Drip pan with drain to manage oil spills o A-frame rack for double sided operation. Accommodates up to six instrumentation / control modules (three per side) and six valve / actuator panels (three per side)

● Hose Racks (2)

● Hydraulic Power Supply o This unit shall be completely assembled, plumbed, wired and tested to provide a minimum of 2.3 GPM / 8.7 LPM flow at 0 PSI / kPa. Maximum continuous system operating pressure shall be 500 PSI / 3450 kPa. The minimum features shall include:

▪ Pump, fixed gear type

▪ Electric motor, 1725 rpm, 1 hp, 115 VAC, 60 Hz/ 230 VAC/ 50 Hz, 1 phase

▪ Reservoir, 5 gal./19 Liters

▪ Suction filter, strainer type

▪ Relief valve, pilot-operated type

▪ Filler-Breather cap

▪ Pressure Gauge, 2 in. size, 0-1000 PSI, liquid filled, with safety relief

▪ Electric motor starter, with start and stop pushbuttons

▪ Power cord

▪ Oil level gauge with temperature gauge

● Basic Hydraulic Valves o Each panel shall include:

▪ Directional Control Valve, 3-position, lever-operated, closed center

▪ Needle Valve

▪ Pilot-Operated Relief/Sequence Valve

▪ Pressure Reducing Valve

▪ Check Valves, one with fitting tees

▪ 13-Hoses with quick-connect fittings

▪ Open end male quick-connect fittings

▪ Quick connect tees

▪ Return Manifold, 4 port with hose

▪ Supply Manifold, 4 port with hose

▪ Shutoff valve

● Basic Hydraulic Actuators o Each panel shall include:

▪ Double Acting Cylinder, 1 1/8" bore x 6" stroke, with cam

▪ Double Acting Cylinder, 1 1/2" bore x 4" stroke, with cam

▪ Hydraulic Motor, with flywheel

▪ Flow controls, needle-valve type with integral reverse free-flow check valve

▪ Linear Load Device, providing friction, compression and tension, with high impact resistance transparent guard

▪ Limit Switch Mounting Tracks positioned for cylinder cam operation

● Basic Hydraulic Instrumentation Panel o Pressure gauges, 0-1000 PSI range, liquid-filled, with blow-out relief (3) o Flow meter, 0-5 gpm range

● Hydraulic Hose and Fittings Packages

● Bench Manifold Kit

Student Curriculum The student curriculum shall consist of (1) set of 5 Learning Activity Packets with 37 skills in basic hydraulic systems. The topics shall include: basic hydraulic principles, Pascal’s law, reading flow and pressure gages, pump operation, power unit start-up and adjustment, connection of basic hydraulic circuits, interpretation of schematic diagrams, sizing of cylinders, control of speed, sequence circuits, pressure reducing circuits, calculation of hydraulic and pneumatic cylinder speed, meter-in circuits, meter-out circuits, and independent speed control circuits.

The student curriculum shall be designed in a skill-based format that focuses on teaching industry- relevant tasks. The objectives shall be accomplished by organizing the learning material into a series of learning activity packets, which are further subdivided into three or more segments per packet. All learning material needed shall be contained in the packets including text material, laboratory equipment activities, and multimedia directions. No external text sources shall be required. The specific cognitive skills taught by each text passage shall be identified next to the passage. Each lab activity shall be identified by the industrial task taught.

All activities shall be highly detailed with step-by-step instructions to facilitate a self-directed learning environment. A combination of step-by-step enabling activities and creative, problem-solving activities shall be provided. A self-review of five to ten questions shall be provided after each segment. The curriculum must be capable of both self-directed and instructor directed study. All activities must correlate directly to the hardware supplied, with detailed illustrations and diagrams.

HYDRAULIC OIL

30 Gallons

● HAND TOOL PACKAGE- HYDRAULICS – Quantity of 1 Shall include the following components:

• Emery Cloth Sets (5)

• Socket Set

• Torque Wrench

• Strap Wrench

• Combination Wrench (2)

• Screwdriver Set

• 6-in Rule; Bucket

• Allen Wrench Set

• Brush

• Degreaser

• Flashlight

• Dead Blow Hammer

• Digital Meter

• Oil

• O-Ring Set

• 3-Drawer Tool Box

• Vise Jaws

• Wire Brush

• Adjustable Wrench 12-in

• Adjustable Wrench 8-in

• Bottle and Sprayer

• Scissors

• Beaker

● HAND TOOL PACKAGE- PNEUMATICS – Quantity of 1 Shall include the following components:

• 16-in Hand Box

• Strap Wrench

• Combination Wrench

• Screwdriver Set

• Feeler Gauge

• Grease

• Magnifier

• Oil

• Pick Set

• Can

• Spanner Wrench

• Tweezers

• Adjustable Wrench

• Syringe

● APPLIED ELECTRICAL CONTROL LEARNING SYSTEM – Quantity of 3 Shall include: applied electrical control system console, control components, lead set, power supply, student curriculum and teacher’s assessment guide

Applied Electrical Control Training Console The training system shall have an angled console with all components rigidly mounted on the front panel for ease of inventory tracking. The panel is to be 18 gauge painted steel with the name and part number of each component clearly silk-screened. The console size shall be 24" L x 18" H x 6" W.

Control Components

Each component’s terminals shall be wired to plug-in jacks on the front of the panel, which are overlaid with a silk-screened schematic symbol of the component. The pneumatic and electrical components shall be arranged in such a manner to enable automated control circuits to be connected and operated. The components shall include the items listed below.

(3) DPDT relays

(1) Timer relay DPDT

(2) Pushbuttons

(1) Selector switch, 3-position

(2) Double-acting cylinders

(4) Limit switches

(2) Solenoid operator valves, 4-way

(2) Indicator lights

Lead Set A set of (25) stackable electrical connecting leads shall be supplied to enable circuits to be connected.

Power Supply A 24VDC 2.4AMP power supply shall be integrated into the base of the Applied Electrical Control Trainer, which provides power to all components on the trainer.

Student Curriculum The student curriculum shall consist of an interactive multimedia course divided into three (3) modules covering thirty-one (31) skills in electric relay control applications. The major topic areas covered shall include: control logic, sequencing control, timers and advanced systems.

The student curriculum shall be designed in a skill-based format that focuses on teaching industry- relevant tasks. The objectives shall be accomplished by organizing the learning material into a series of interactive multimedia modules, which are further subdivided into three or more segments per module. All learning material needed shall be contained in the modules including text material, laboratory equipment activities, and multimedia directions. No external text sources shall be required. The specific cognitive skills taught by each text passage shall be identified next to the passage. Each lab activity shall be identified by the industrial task taught. All activities shall be highly detailed with step-by-step instructions to facilitate a self-directed learning environment. A combination of step-by-step enabling activities and creative, problem-solving activities shall be provided. A self-review of five to ten questions shall be provided after each segment. The curriculum must be capable of both self-directed and instructor directed study. All activities must correlate directly to the hardware supplied, with detailed illustrations and diagrams.

Teacher’s Assessment Guide A teacher’s assessment guide shall be provided. It shall contain student data sheets, data sheet solutions, self-review answers, quizzes, quiz answers, student skill record sheets, and authentic assessment. A quiz shall be provided for each packet. A question shall be provided in each quiz for each cognitive objective taught. All tasks listed in the packet shall be listed on personalized student record sheets. The teacher’s assessment guide shall include directions for authentic skill assessment.

● MECHANICAL FABRICATION LEARNING SYSTEM – Quantity of 2 Shall include workstation with construction panel, fabrication parts set, mechanical parts set, skill component set, pneumatic kit, mechanical fabrication tools kit, hardware kit, bolt-stretch kit, standard parts set, student curriculum, and instructor’s assessment guide. The components shall meet the following minimum specifications:

Workstation with Construction Panel The assembly shall include a mobile workstation of 1.5 in welded steel tube frame with durable work surface, drawer, and vertical steel mounting panel with silk-screened labels and magnetic tool holder. The workstation shall have swivel casters. The minimum dimensions shall be:

Height: 34in (maximum), Width: 72in, Depth: 30in. Quick inventorying storage locations shall be provided for all loose accessories and specimens.

Fabrication Parts Set Shall include precision fabrication parts required for mechanical fabrication skill development:

• Plates (clamp, handle) (2)

• Fabrication blocks (hinge, slotted, pneumatic) (3)

• Speed control valve

• Cylinder, 15mm bore

• Pressure gauge, 200 psi

• Flow control valve

• Foot mount

• Teflon tape

• Woodruff shaft

• Set screw shaft

• M8 Threaded rods (2)

• Sheaves, 0.625 in fixed bore (2)

• Die cast wheel, 0.625 in shaft

• Belt, outer

• Carbon steel wire

• Air Hose

• Tubing

• Storage tote

• Lower and upper shaft block assemblies

Mechanical Parts Set Shall include assorted quantities of flat washers, lock washers, hex nuts, screws, bolts, dowel pins, flat woodruff keys, square keys, flat washers, thrust bearings, snap rings, cotter pins, set screws, slotted hex nuts, hex jam nut, protective plug-flange bores, and a shaft collar.

Mechanical parts shall be stored in (7) bins, separated by dividers and a plastic storage box.

Skill Component Set The skill component set shall include a storage box, pan head screws, flat head screws, bumpers, flat and locking washers, hex nuts and component labels.

Pneumatic Kit The pneumatic kit shall include a storage box, bulkhead coupling brass, hose, gaskets, tubing, tube fittings, bushings, connectors, and plugs

Mechanical Fabrication Tool Kit Shall include a combination of metric and English tools:

• Wrench set with 10 wrenches ranging from 13mm to 9/16in, including both fixed and adjustable wrenches

• Screwdrivers (2)

• Socket set with 4 sockets ranging from 7mm to 19mm

• Nut driver

• Allen wrenches (4)

• Hose fitting installation tool

• Copper tube fitting brush

• Hose cutter

• Hand tool box

• Torque Wrench, 0.375 in, 10 to 75

• Cordless drill w/charger

• Dead blow hammer

• Pliers set

• Long nose pliers

• C-clamp, 3 in opening, 2 in throat

• Extension bar, 6 in, 0.375 in drive

• Socket adapter, 0.375 in

• Pin punch, 0.1875 in x 5 in

Hardware Kit The hardware kit shall include:

• Bolt-stretch mount

• Gauge mount

• Precision dial indicator

• Bench vise

• Vise jaws

• Flat head screws

• Flat socket heads (2)

• Socket head cap screw

• Flat and lock washers, flat washers, lock nuts

• ` Hex head cap screw, hex head screw, thread forming screw

Bolt-Stretch Kit The bolt stretch kit shall include hex head cap screws, bolt stretch labels, and storage box.

Standard Parts Set The standard parts package shall include (7) storage bins with lids and dividers and a minimum of 1,170 parts for mechanical skill application. The parts shall consist of varying types of screws, handles, hinges, bumpers, hose, tubing, couplings, fittings, and Teflon tape.

Student Curriculum: Mechanical Fabrication Shall consist of (2) sets of 8 Learning Activity Packets in print-based format curriculum. The curriculum shall cover a minimum of 38 skills in mechanical fabrication in the following topics:

threaded fasteners, bolt types, sizes and grades, wrench types and application, pneumatic system components and fabrication, screwdriver types and application, pliers, clamps and vises, locking nut devices, rings, mallets and hammers, non-threaded fasteners, press fit assembly, pins, torque wrenches, power tool safety, power tool operations, and power tool tooling.

Instructor’s Assessment Guide A teacher’s assessment guide shall be provided. It shall contain student data sheets, data sheet solutions, self-review answers, quizzes, quiz answers, student skill record sheets and authentic assessment. A quiz shall be provided for each packet. A question shall be provided in each quiz for each cognitive objective taught. All tasks listed in the packet shall be listed on personalized student record sheets. The teacher’s assessment guide shall include directions for authentic skill

● ELEARNING LEASE – SECONDARY EDUCATION CAMPUS – (or equivalent) 5 year access

Available to secondary organizations only. Requires user administrator to assign student access and high speed web access via a computer.

This learning system includes unlimited access to learning library content for a single secondary education campus. The access period is 60 months with the lease timeline starting simultaneously for all users on the order date or an alternate date specified on the order.

Software must adequately prepare students for SACA Certification Testing and include modules specifically related to SACA preparation.

● MOBILE TECHNOLOGY WORKSTATION, WHITE SURFACE, 6 FOOT (183 CM) – Quantity of

Shall consist of a welded tubular steel frame with four (4) heavy duty casters (2 locking type), and white laminated work surface. The minimum dimensions shall be 30-in H x 30-in W x 72-in L (76-cm H x 76-cm W x 183-cm L).

● BASIC PNEUMATIC LEARNING SYSTEM – Quantity of 2

This system shall provide basic pneumatic training. This learning system requires a Mobile Technology Workstation – 6-ft. (82-610) or equivalent work surface and a pneumatic power supply or conditioned (dry and filtered) shop air. This learning system shall include: (1) Basic Pneumatic Instrumentation Panel, (1) Basic Pneumatics Actuator/Valve Module, and (1) Pneumatic Hose and Fittings Package.

Each module shall allow quick setup and easy inventory by providing pneumatic components pre-mounted on circuit panels; silk-screened identifications next to each component showing each component's standard symbol, description and part number; and quick connect fittings.

To give equipment durability and realistic exposure all components shall be 100 PSI min. rated -industrial grade and the circuit panels shall be of welded stainless steel construction.

Provisions shall also be made to allow each module to be used on mobile workstation or as a satellite station on any standard work surface. These provisions shall include as a minimum: (2) permanent-mounted lift handles for mobility, mounting surface scuff protection, and mounting guides for the instrumentation module. The components for each module shall include as a minimum:

Basic Pneumatic Instrumentation Panel

• (3) – Pressure Gauges, 0-160 PSIG range, 2 ½-in.

• (1) – Pressure Regulator and Gauge, 0-160 PSIG range

• (1) – Air Filter

• (1) – Supply Manifold, 4-port with quick connects

• (1) – Rotameter, 20-200 SCFH range

• (1) – Manometer, inclined, 7-in. H

Basic Pneumatics Actuator/Valve Module

• (1) – Air Motor Assembly, vane-type

• (1) – Cylinder, double-acting, 1 1/8-in. bore, 6-in. stroke, with cam

• (1) – Cylinder, double-acting, 1 ½-in. bore, 4-in. stroke, with cam

• (2) – Flow Controls, with integral reverse free-flow check valve

• (1) – Cylinder, single-acting, 3/4" Bore, 1" Stroke, spring return, transparent

• (1) – Directional Control Valve, 3-position, 5-ported/4-way, spring centered, closed center, transparent

• (1) – Rail Assembly, 10-in.

• (1) – Rail Assembly, 11-in.

Pneumatic Hose and Fittings Package

• (1) – Hose Assembly, 42-in.

• (2) – Hose Assembly, 36-in.

• (4) – Hose Assembly, 24-in.

• (4) – Hose Assembly, 16-in.

• (2) – Hose Assembly, 12-in.

• (1) – Basic Pneumatics Coiled Hose Assembly

• (2) – Fitting tees

• (1) – Fitting Cross

Student Curriculum The student curriculum shall consist of an interactive multimedia course divided into four (4) modules covering thirty-one (31) skills in basic pneumatic systems. The major topic areas covered shall include: pneumatic power, circuit connections, basic cylinder circuits, single-acting cylinder circuits, basic motor circuits, pneumatic schematics, pressure vs. cylinder force, pneumatic leverage, pressure and volume, air flow and resistance, air flow control and measurement, flow control valves, and speed control.

The student curriculum shall be designed in a skill-based format that focuses on teaching industry- relevant tasks. The objectives shall be accomplished by organizing the learning material into a series of interactive multimedia modules, which are further subdivided into three or more segments per module. All learning material needed shall be contained in the modules including text material, laboratory equipment activities, and multimedia directions. No external text sources shall be required. The specific cognitive skills taught by each text passage shall be identified next to the passage. Each lab activity shall be identified by the industrial task taught. All activities shall be highly detailed with step-by-step instructions to facilitate a self-directed learning environment. A combination of step-by-step enabling activities and creative, problem-solving activities shall be provided. A self-review of five to ten questions shall be provided after each segment. The curriculum must be capable of both self-directed and instructor directed study. All activities must correlate directly to the hardware supplied, with detailed illustrations and diagrams.

Teacher’s Assessment/ Portfolio Guides A teacher’s guide shall be provided. It shall contain student data sheets, data sheet solutions, self review answers, quizzes, quiz answers, student skill record sheets, and authentic assessment. A quiz shall be provided for each packet. A question shall be provided in each quiz for each cognitive objective taught. All tasks listed in the packet shall be listed on personalized student record sheets. The Instructor’s Package shall include directions for authentic skill

● All bids should include installation, training and shipping.

Schedule of Events:

Event Date(s) Release of RFP to vendors 6-4-2025 Deadline for Submission of Proposals 6-20-2025 9:30 AM CST Reverse Auction In-Person or Virtual 6-20-2025 9 AM - 9:30 AM CST

In- Person Address:

1112 Wesson Tate Drive, New Albany, MS 38652

Microsoft Teams Meet Info:

https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_NjYyZDQxMDctZjU2NS00ZWJiLWI0 ODItZTU2ODQ4ZTZhNGY4%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%224eed4741-6357-43 51-a202-c18a4e7ca145%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22edabb56c-3e68-479e-b7e4-bbbb9fb6b986 %22%7d

OR Use the meeting ID and Passcode In the Join Meeting option in Microsoft Teams:

Meeting ID: 299 899 633 610 1

Passcode: 9Cr9dQ98

Proposal Submittal: (two different ways only)

Mail-In or Hand-In a sealed envelope clearly marked with the words “RFP #25-016 Advanced Manufacturing c/o Jeff Covington” to the address:

Jeff Covington Reference RFP #25-016 Advanced Manufacturing

1112 Wesson Tate Drive New Albany, Mississippi 38652

All proposals will be opened on June 20th, 2025 at the New Albany School District at 1112 Wesson Tate Drive, New Albany, MS.

-OR-

During the Reverse Auction (6/20/2025 9-9:30 AM CST) Either in Person @ 1112 Wesson Tate Drive, New Albany, MS 38652 or Virtually via the Microsoft Teams Meeting Information Above.

Live Bidding Reverse Auction Site:

https://tinyurl.com/2aa4xcvf

Newspaper advertisement:

The New Albany School District (NASD) plans to purchase Advanced Manufacturing Training Equipment, Software Curriculum, Training, Installation with Shipping Included.

NASD wishes to collect bids on this project. Please visit the link below for more information.

URL - https://tinyurl.com/487cfbw9

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