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The West Jasper School District (WJSD) in Jefferson County, Mississippi, is seeking un-priced bids for a comprehensive cafeteria serving line equipment package for Bay Springs Schools and Stringer Attendance Center. The procurement involves acquiring multiple serving counters, including hot food, cold food, beverage, frost top, utility, and cash register stands from qualified vendors. Specific equipment specifications require precise models with detailed dimensions, electrical requirements, and warranty terms. The bid process is structured with a mandatory site visit scheduled between October 23 and November 7, 2025, and un-priced bids due by November 14, 2025, at 10:00 AM CST through Central Bidding. A reverse auction is planned for November 19, 2025, from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM, with final contract award anticipated on December 9, 2025. The district will evaluate bids using a 100-point scoring system that includes price (30 points), meeting district needs (15 points), vendor goods quality (20 points), alignment with building vision and inventory (20 points), past vendor relationship (10 points), and references (5 points). Vendors must provide comprehensive delivery, installation, warranty, and set-up services, with acceptable delivery times between 12:00 pm and 8:00 pm CST on weekdays, weekends, and school holidays.

The procurement does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must submit all-inclusive costs covering delivery, installation, warranty, and set-up, with requirements to hold pricing for at least six months, preferably one year. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, the bid specifications indicate that dealers must completely install equipment, including electrical and plumbing connections within six feet of the equipment, and remove existing infrastructure. Vendors must obtain prior approval for any brands not specifically listed in the specifications and submit variance details in writing to the Child Nutrition Director. Though a specific budget range is not disclosed, the comprehensive nature of the serving line equipment replacement suggests a significant investment. Vendors will be required to provide detailed equipment specifications from manufacturers like Delfield and ShellySteela"c, with most equipment carrying a two-year parts and labor warranty. The district reserves the right to reject any or all bids and select the most responsible and responsive bidder that best meets their operational needs.