Food service equip

Coldwater Community Schools in Benzie County, Michigan is issuing a Request for Proposal for food service equipment to support operations at two elementary schools. The procurement includes four specific pieces of equipment: two three-section Traulsen reach-in freezers (Models G31012 and G31013) and one Traulsen milk cooler (Model RMC58S4) designated for Max Larsen Elementary, and one Hobart door-type dishwasher (Model AM16TBAS4) for Lakeland Elementary. Vendors may submit bids for individual equipment items or for all items combined and must provide complete specifications for proposed equipment. All bids must include itemized costs for equipment, installation, electrical work, and freight, with full delivery and installation required by June 30, 2026. Sealed bids must be submitted by 1:30 p.m. on Monday, April 20, 2026, at the Administrative Service Center, with bid opening scheduled for 1:45 p.m. the same day and Board approval anticipated for April 28, 2026. Prospective bidders should direct inquiries to Tamara Santora, Food Service Director, at santts@ccscards.org or 517-279-5942.

All bids must be accompanied by a signed bid form, a notarized Familial Disclosure Statement, and a signed certification of compliance with the Iran Economic Sanctions Act. The solicitation does not specify any particular set-asides for disadvantaged enterprises or restrictions on bidder eligibility. The district reserves the right to reject any and all bids, waive irregularities or clerical errors that do not affect substantial compliance, and interview contractors regarding their proposals. No oral, telephone, email, telegraphic, or facsimile proposals will be accepted. The specific budget or award value for this procurement is not disclosed in the RFP documents. The bid form structure allows vendors to submit separate pricing for individual equipment items as well as a combined price for all equipment, with facility modifications and installation services available as custom line items.