NCSS_RFI_Had Dryer.pdf

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Attached to: Request For Information - Electric Hand Dryer (C-670-01)
Solicitation number: PE-70710-NONST-2026-000000024
Issued by: Oconee County, Georgia

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Newton County Schools (NCS) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) on October 24, 2025, seeking detailed information from qualified vendors regarding electric hand dryers for K-12 battery restrooms. The RFI is designed to gather comprehensive insights into hand dryer specifications, performance requirements, installation details, and safety considerations, with responses due by November 20, 2025, at 5:00 PM EST. Vendors are asked to provide written confirmation addressing various technical aspects, including manufacturer models, drying time performance, noise levels, energy efficiency, electrical requirements, ADA compliance, installation methods, health code compliance, and maintenance expectations.

This non-binding RFI is purely an information-gathering exercise and does not guarantee a subsequent Request for Proposals (RFP) or procurement. Vendors must submit responses electronically through Newton County Schools' e-bidding platform in PDF format and will not be compensated for their submissions. The district emphasizes that submitted materials become NCS property and may be subject to open records laws, with a recommendation that any proprietary information be submitted in a separate, clearly marked document. Questions regarding the RFI should be directed to Cory Craver, Director of Procurement, by November 6, 2025, and all responses will be distributed only to NCS staff for internal review.

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NEWTON COUNTY SCHOOLS

REQUEST FOR INFORMATION

Electric Hand Dryers

Date Issued: October 24, 2025

Responses Due: November 20, 2025

Contact:

Cory Craver, CPPB

Director of Procurement Newton County Schools

Email: craver.cory@newton.k12.ga.us Phone: 770-385-6873

SECTION I: INTRODUCTION

Newton County Schools (NCS) seeks information from qualified vendors regarding the design, specification, and installation requirements for electric hand dryers in the battery restrooms for electric hand dryers in the battery restrooms for K-12 settings.

This is a non-binding request for information only. No award will be made based on this RFI. The information provided shall be used for the purpose of education on providers, their capabilities, pricing, and other items that might warrant the issuance of a formal Request for Proposals (RFP) if deemed necessary by Newton County Schools. There is no guarantee that an RFP will be issued. No firm will be bound by any pricing quoted in response to this Request for Information (RFI). Pricing shall be provided for information and budgetary purposes only. Information submitted in response to this RFI will not be used to pre-qualify prospective vendors or plans.

SECTION II: SCOPE OF REQUESTED INFORMATION

The contract documents reference hand dryers but do not clearly indicate the following.

Model and Performance Requirements

• Approved manufacturer(s) and model(s) for K-12 usage.

• Drying time performance expectations (seconds).

• Noise level restrictions in accordance with student hearing safety guidelines.

• Energy efficiency requirements (wattage, auto shut-off, etc.).

Power and Installation

• Electrical load requirements and circuiting for multiple units within battery restrooms.

• Mounting height and ADA compliance specifics for elementary and secondary student use.

• Whether surface-mounted or recessed installation is required.

• Coordination with wall blocking, conduit rough-ins, and other trades.

Safety and Hygiene Considerations

• Compliance with applicable health codes for a school setting.

• Air filtration or HEPA filter requirements.

• Recommendations for minimizing bacterial spread in high-use student restrooms.

Durability and Maintenance

• Expected service life in high-traffic, K-12 restrooms.

• Warranty requirements.

• Accessibility for cleaning, maintenance, and filter replacement (if applicable).

• Ability to scale from a single school to district-wide deployment.

SECTION III: REQUESTED INFORMATION FROM VENDORS

Newton County Schools seeks detailed responses from qualified vendors addressing the items outlined in Section II. Vendors are to provide written confirmation addressing each of the above points, including but not limited to manufacturer literature, cut sheets, and installation details. The information provided will help the district assess solutions and determine potential next steps.

SECTION IV: TIMELINE

The following timeline outlines the key dates and deadlines for this Request for Information (RFI) process. These dates are provided to ensure transparency and to assist vendors in planning and preparing their responses. While Newton County Schools reserves the right to adjust the schedule as necessary, any changes will be communicated promptly to all participating vendors. Vendors are encouraged to adhere closely to the timeline to ensure full consideration of their submissions.

Date Event October 24, 2025 RFI Issued November 6, 2025 Questions Due November 20, 2025 (by 5:00 PM EST) RFI Response Due

Questions or comments shall be addressed to Cory Craver at craver.cory@newton.k12.ga.us

Section V: Submission Details Responses to this Request for Information (RFI) must be submitted electronically through the Newton County Schools e-bidding platform at https://ncssebid.ionwave.net/Login.aspx. All responses should be uploaded in PDF format. Vendors are responsible for ensuring all documents are complete and submitted by the specified due date and time listed in the RFI timeline.

SECTION VI: DISCLAIMER

This RFI is for information-gathering purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation, bid, or request for proposal. NCSS is not obligated to move forward with any procurement as a result of this RFI. Vendors will not be compensated for their submissions, and materials submitted will not be returned.

https://ncssebid.ionwave.net/Login.aspx

Responses will not be read publicly and will only be distributed to Newton County Schools staff. All responses and other material submitted become the property of Newton County Schools.

Even though the distribution of the responses will be limited, responses may be subject to release under open records laws. Responders who submit proprietary information must put all proprietary information in a separate document marked “Proprietary Information.” Responses marked entirely as “Proprietary” will be rejected.