Ceiling Tile & Related Materials

The Parkway School District in Missouri is seeking bids from qualified distributors for ceiling tiles, acoustical panels, and related materials through Proposal Number 26-56. This procurement is structured as a blanket purchase order agreement for supplying materials on an "as-needed basis" for a twelve-month contract period, with potential multi-year proposal options. The district requires vendors to submit bids exclusively through the Parkway School District Bonfire Portal by November 18, 2025, at 3:00 PM CST. Bid evaluation will focus on the "lowest and best" proposal, considering factors such as specification compliance, vendor supply capabilities, inventory maintenance, prior district experience, and financial strength. Specific bid items include various ceiling tiles and panels from manufacturers like Rockfon and Armstrong, with quantities ranging from 1 to 100 cartons or pieces, and all materials must be new with a standard manufacturer's warranty.

The procurement does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. However, vendors must comply with several mandatory requirements, including participation in the federal work authorization program (E-Verify) for contracts exceeding $5,000 and adherence to non-discrimination policies protecting against discrimination based on age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, and veteran status. The district estimates spending approximately $8,000 for the twelve-month period but does not guarantee specific purchase quantities. Pricing must be F.O.B. destination with freight allowed to the Parkway School District warehouse in Chesterfield, Missouri, and must include all handling, freight, assembly, setup, warranty, and other charges. The district reserves the right to award partial bids or contract portions to multiple vendors and maintains flexibility to order similar or related items under the same terms and conditions.