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This Addendum 1 document clarifies and revises the original Request for Bid (RFB) issued by Moravia Community School District (CSD) in Moravia, Iowa for the purchase, delivery, and installation of one commercial walk-in freezer unit intended for the District's School Nutrition Program. The freezer must be configured as a cooler/freezer combination with dimensions of 12 feet wide by 26 feet long by 7.5 feet high, suitable for outdoor slab installation at 505 N. Trussel, Moravia, IA 52571. The selected vendor shall provide equipment, delivery, professional installation, startup and testing, and warranty documentation with a mandatory project completion date of August 1, 2026. The original bid due date of April 22, 2026 at 2:00 pm has been revised in this addendum to May 1, 2026 at 10:00 am, with public bid opening scheduled for May 1, 2026 at 1:00 pm at the Moravia CSD central office. Sealed bids must be submitted to Sam Swenson, Superintendent, at the project address. Bids will be evaluated based on price, specification compliance, delivery timeline, vendor experience and references, and warranty and service support.
The equipment specifications are detailed and comprehensive, requiring structural panels with 4-inch thick polyurethane or extruded polystyrene insulation (minimum R-25 for cooler and R-32 for freezer), insulated floors rated for 600-700 lbs per square foot, enhanced outdoor package features including a rain roof and low-ambient kit rated for -20F operations to accommodate Iowa winters, two heavy-duty doors with safety features, and 2026 EPA-compliant refrigeration systems utilizing A2L-compliant refrigerants. Required warranties include a 15-year limited structural panel warranty and 1-year parts/labor coverage with a 5-year compressor warranty. Bid submissions must include vendor contact information, equipment specifications and model numbers, total cost including delivery and installation, estimated delivery timeline, warranty information, and references for similar installations. Funding for this purchase may include federal Child Nutrition Program funds, and the procurement is conducted in accordance with 2 CFR Part 200, USDA School Nutrition Program procurement regulations, and Iowa Department of Education School Nutrition Program guidance. No specific budget amount, set-asides, or incumbent vendors are identified in the available documentation.
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Addendum 1 This Addendum is issued to provide clarifications, respond to vendor questions, and revise certain sections of the RFB.
All updated or added information is highlighted in YELLOW for clarity.
Walk-In Freezer Purchase and Installation District: Moravia CSD Address: 505 N. Trussel City, State, Zip: Moravia, IA 52571 Issue Date: 3/23/26 Bid Due Date: 4/22/26 at 2:00 pm Contact Person:
Sam Swenson Superintendent Phone: 641-724-3241 Email: sam.swenson@moraviacsd.com
1. INVITATION TO BID
The Moravia CSD is requesting sealed bids for the purchase, delivery, and installation of one walk-in freezer for use in the District’s School Nutrition Program.
This procurement is conducted in accordance with:
· 2 CFR Part 200 – Uniform Administrative Requirements
· USDA School Nutrition Program procurement regulations
· Iowa Department of Education School Nutrition Program guidance Funding for this purchase may include federal Child Nutrition Program funds.
2. PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The district intends to purchase and install a commercial walk-in freezer at:
Moravia CSD
505 N. Trussel Moravia, IA 52571
The selected vendor will provide the following with mandatory project completion date of August 1st.
· Equipment
· Delivery
· Installation
· Startup and testing
· Warranty documentation
3. MINIMUM SPECIFICATIONS
School District Walk-In Cooler/Freezer Combo Primary Dimensions: 12' Wide x 26' Long x 7.5' (90") High Application: Exterior Slab (Outdoor
1. Structural & Panel Construction
· Dimensions: 12' x 26' x 7' 6" nominal
· Insulation: 4" thick modular, foamed-in-place polyurethane or extruded polystyrene (XPS)
· R-Value Compliance: Minimum R-25 for Cooler and R-32 for Freezer (2026 DOE compliant)
· Finish: 26-gauge stucco-embossed Galvalume or white-coated steel for maximum corrosion resistance
· Joints: Tongue-and-groove with cam-lock fasteners and NSF-approved 2. Flooring & Slab Requirements
| · Freezer Floor: 4" thick insulated floor, wood-reinforced, with a stainless steel interior finish o | Requirement: Floor must be rated for 600–700 lbs/sq. ft. to accommodate heavy food crates and carts |
| · Cooler Floor: 4" thick insulated floor, wood-reinforced, with a stainless steel interior finish o | Requirement: Floor must be rated for 600–700 lbs/sq. ft. to accommodate heavy food crates and carts and flush with Freezer floor. |
3. Enhanced Outdoor Package (Iowa Climate)
· Rain Roof: Single-membrane polyester/PVC roof system (White) with all necessary connectors and termination bars
· Sloped Barrier: Include a sloped foam barrier (minimum 1/4" per foot) to ensure water runoff away from the building
· Drip Protection: Heavy-duty rain hoods (drip caps) installed over all exterior door openings
· Low-Ambient Kit: Condensing units must be rated for operation in -20°F ambient temperatures (Iowa winters)
4. Doors & Access (School Grade)
· Main Entry Doors: Two (2) 36" x 76" or 38" x 76" heavy-duty doors
· Hardware: Three (3) heavy-duty adjustable cam-rise hinges per door and spring-loaded hydraulic door closers
· Vacuum Relief: Freezer must include a heated, factory-mounted pressure relief port to prevent door-lock
· Safety: Keyed deadbolt handles with glow-in-the-dark interior safety releases and integrated safety night lights
· Protection: 24" high aluminum diamond-plate kick plates (interior/exterior) and PVC strip curtains
5. Refrigeration Systems (2026 EPA Compliant)
· Refrigerant: Systems MUST utilize A2L-compliant refrigerants (e.g., R-454A/C) to meet current EPA mandates for 2026 installations
· Configurations:
o Cooler: Targeted +35°F to +38°F o Freezer: Targeted -10°F to 0°F
· Controls: Digital LED controllers with high/low temperature alarms and light-pilot switches
· Defrost: Air defrost for cooler; Electric defrost for freezer
6. Required Warranties
· Panels: 15-year limited structural warranty
· Refrigeration: 1-year parts and labor; 5-year compressor warranty
4. BID SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Bids must include:
1. Vendor company name and contact information
2. Equipment specifications and model number
3. Total cost including delivery and installation
4. Estimated delivery timeline
5. Warranty information
6. References for similar installations
5. BID DEADLINE
Sealed bids must be received no later than:
May 1st, 2026 at 10:am Submit bids to:
Moravia CSD Attn: Sam Swenson 505 N. Trussel Moravia, IA, 52571 Late bids will not be accepted.
6. BID OPENING
Bids will be publicly opened at:
Location: Moravia CSD central office (Superintendent Office) Date/Time: May 1, 2026 1:00 pm
7. EVALUATION CRITERIA
Bids will be evaluated based on:
· Price
· Compliance with specifications
· Delivery timeline
· Vendor experience and references
· Warranty and service support The district reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids.
8. DELIVERY TIMELINE
The district prefers delivery and installation no later than 8-1-26 if possible.
9. NONDISCRIMINATION
The contractor shall comply with all applicable federal and state nondiscrimination laws and USDA civil rights requirements.
10. QUESTIONS
Questions regarding this bid should be directed to:
Sam Swenson Superintendent 641-724-3241 sam.swenson@moraviacsd.com
BID FORM (ATTACHMENT A)
Vendor Name: ___________________________ Equipment Make/Model: ___________________ Total Price (including installation):
Estimated Delivery Time: __________________ Warranty Details: ________________________ Authorized Signature: ____________________ Date: ____________________
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