Bid_4090AH_Science_Supplies_and_Equipment_Discount_Catalog_-_ADDENDUM_1.pdf

This document is Addendum #1 for Bid 4090AH issued by the Marion County Public Schools (MCPS) Purchasing Department located in Ocala, Florida, pertaining to a Science Supplies and Equipment Discount Catalog Term Contract. The primary modification in this addendum is a change to the bid requirements, specifically removing the previous requirement for a Bid Bond or Performance Bond for this procurement. Bidders are instructed to complete the Acknowledgement of Addenda form included in the attachment titled "Bid 4090AH Science Supplies and Equipment Discount Catalog – REQUIRED FORMS" and include it with their bid submission to confirm receipt and adherence to this addendum.

The addendum maintains the core procurement objectives outlined in the original bid documents, which aim to establish a term contract for science supplies and equipment with firm, fixed percentage educational discount prices. The school district prefers vendors who can provide a URL link with discounted pricing, allowing schools and departments to shop online, build a cart with discounted prices, and have district personnel process the subsequent purchase orders. The contract is designed to support classroom instructional teaching aids, with vendors expected to provide a web portal for price verification and potentially allow for direct online ordering with login credentials specific to Marion County Public Schools staff.