CN1090N Equipment for a walk-in Freezer for Carolina Forest Elementary School

Onslow County Schools Procurement & Materials Management Department has issued a Request for Quotes (RFQ) numbered CN1090N for specialized walk-in freezer equipment at Carolina Forest Elementary School. The procurement seeks specific components including an evaporator assembly, condenser unit, and compressor capable of maintaining temperatures between -10 and 0 degrees in 95-degree outdoor conditions. The solicitation requires vendors to itemize costs for equipment, warranty, and additional materials separately, with delivery mandated to the School Nutrition Central Warehouse Office within 30 days of order placement. The RFQ specifies equipment requirements for a 15'x10' walk-in freezer with a 7'10" height, emphasizing that the freezer box itself is not part of this procurement. Quotes are due by October 6, 2025, at 2:00 p.m., with the contract intended to cover requirements through June 30, 2026.

The procurement is open to all qualified vendors and follows North Carolina state procurement regulations, with Onslow County Schools reserving the right to reject any or all bids, adjust quantities, and award on a split or lump sum basis. The solicitation includes an e-procurement provision with a potential 1.75% transaction fee on purchase orders. While no specific set-aside designations or disadvantaged enterprise requirements are explicitly mentioned, the procurement appears to be a competitive, open solicitation. The document does not list incumbent vendors or specify precise budget ranges, though it suggests vendors should provide comprehensive pricing for equipment, warranty, and ancillary materials. Successful vendors will be responsible for providing lift gate or mechanical equipment for unloading, and must meet the technical specifications for freezer equipment performance in varying temperature conditions.