FNS Middle School Serving Lines

The Cobb County School District's Food and Nutrition Services Department is issuing Invitation for Bid B26092 for a turnkey solution encompassing the purchase, delivery, and installation of four serving lines for middle school cafeterias, with two units designated for Lost Mountain Middle School and two units for Durham Middle School. The solicitation permits the District to purchase additional serving lines on an as-needed basis throughout the contract term. The serving line package comprises six components: a merchandiser counter, five-well hot food counter with food shield and LED lighting, two-well selectable hot/cold serving counter with food shield and LED lighting, cold food counter with frost top and food shield with LED lighting, solid top counter with food shield and LED lighting, and a cashier counter, with all equipment manufactured to specific dimensions in stainless steel construction. Vendors must provide pricing for both standard stainless steel and an optional stainless steel with laminate overlay finish, along with a fee structure for any additional related items purchased during the award period. The District will evaluate bids based on price, availability, lead time, past experience, vendor references, and specification compliance, with award made to one vendor representing one manufacturer representing the most responsive and responsible bid. Key deadlines include March 3, 2026, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time for written questions, with responses posted by March 5, 2026, and bid responses due March 11, 2026, at 3:00 PM Eastern Time through the CCSD Euna Procurement Portal, with evaluation and award anticipated in March 2026.

The contract shall have an initial term of one year with four optional one-year renewal periods, allowing for a maximum potential contract length of five years, with prices remaining firm for one year from the award date or any renewal period. Vendors must carry Commercial General Liability insurance of at least $1 million, Commercial Auto Liability of at least $1 million, Umbrella Coverage of at least $2 million, Comprehensive Crime/Fidelity Bond of at least $10,000, Statutory Workers' Compensation, and Employer's Liability of at least $100,000, with all carriers maintaining an AM Best rating of A- or higher. All vendors must maintain current business and professional licenses throughout the contract term and comply with Georgia Security and Immigration Compliance Act documentation requirements, E-Verify registration, Byrd Anti-Lobbying Amendment certifications for contracts exceeding $100,000, and debarment and suspension certifications. Vendors must also submit acknowledgement and agreement forms, vendor questionnaires, three references, and proof of authorization to conduct business in Georgia. The solicitation documents do not identify any set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, incumbent contractors, or specific budget ranges or award values for this procurement.