CN1082N Walk-in Freezer for Heritage Elementary School

Onslow County Schools' Procurement & Materials Management Department has issued a Request for Quotes (RFQ No. CN1082N) for a walk-in freezer to be installed at Heritage Elementary School. The procurement seeks a specialized freezer with specific technical requirements, including an evaporator assembly and condensing unit, capable of maintaining temperatures between -10 and 0 degrees in 95-degree outdoor conditions. The freezer dimensions are specified as 11'x13' width/length and 7'10" height, with required delivery to the School Nutrition Central Warehouse within 30 days after order receipt. The solicitation was released on April 23, 2025, with quotes due by May 8, 2025 at 2:00 p.m. Vendors must separately list costs for equipment, warranty, and additional materials, and itemize their complete offer. The contract term is intended to cover requirements through June 30, 2026, and follows North Carolina state procurement guidelines. Vendors will be responsible for equipment unloading using a lift gate or mechanical equipment and must comply with district requirements including maintaining a clean work site and adhering to professional conduct standards.

While no specific budget is explicitly stated, Onslow County Schools reserves the right to adjust quantities based on available funds and may award the contract on a split order or lump sum basis. The procurement includes provisions for potential federal funding compliance and contains requirements around equal opportunity and safety standards. The solicitation does not explicitly mention set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises or specific vendor restrictions. Vendors will need to demonstrate compliance with professional standards, ability to meet technical specifications, and capacity to deliver and install the walk-in freezer according to the district's requirements. The procurement appears to be open to qualified commercial vendors specializing in commercial refrigeration equipment and installation services. The document indicates the school district will evaluate proposals based on completeness, technical compliance, pricing, and overall responsiveness to the specified requirements. While no precise budget range is provided, the procurement suggests a substantial investment in school nutrition infrastructure upgrade.