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DeSoto County Schools is soliciting unpriced proposals for 10,000 to 16,000 USB-C 65-watt netbook chargers with proposals due June 1, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. CST and an electronic reverse auction for approved bidders on June 5, 2026. This is a two-stage procurement: unpriced proposals first, then competitive pricing in the reverse auction.

Chargers must meet or exceed the specifications of the Lenovo USB-C 65W AC Adapter (Model #GX20P92530) and feature a cord-to-brick configuration for use on charging carts and towers rather than wall-plug adapters. A one-year replacement warranty beginning upon delivery is required. Initial delivery must occur before July 31, 2026 to the DCS Technology Warehouse. Pricing must exclude all taxes; shipping costs must be included in the bid price and will be evaluated in the reverse auction.

New vendors must submit a vendor packet including registration form, W-9, conflict-of-interest disclosure, and proof of insurance with minimum $1,000,000 general liability and $500,000 workers' compensation coverage. Winning vendors must present certificates of insurance prior to board approval on June 18, 2026 and maintain coverage throughout the contract term.

The district reserves the right to reduce or increase quantities or retract items based on fund availability. The bid will expire April 30, 2027. Payment terms are net 45 days; payment cannot be processed until the new fiscal year begins July 1, 2026. All proposals must be submitted on the supplied unpriced proposal form in sealed paper envelopes or electronically through www.centralbidding.com. Late submissions will be rejected. Questions were due May 27, 2026 at noon CST.