Food Service Equipment

Anchor Bay School District (Michigan) is requesting sealed bids for food service equipment across three school buildings, with bids due July 27, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. The procurement includes ten line items: cold food serving counters (2 units), utility serving counters (4 units), buffet-style utility serving counters (2 units), buffet-style cold food serving counters (1 unit), refrigerated display cases (2 units), heated display merchandisers (4 units), a mobile heated cabinet (1 unit), utility/bussing carts (2 units), and stainless steel work tables (2 units). All equipment must be NSF-certified where required and comply with applicable federal and Michigan law. The District has specified exact manufacturer models and detailed component requirements for each item.

Delivery is to three separate locations: Anchor Bay South Middle School, Lighthouse Elementary, and Anchor Bay North Middle School. The awardee must provide complete installation, removal of existing equipment, delivery, setup, cleanup, and testing at no additional cost to the District (tax-exempt entity). Sealed bids will be publicly opened and read aloud immediately after the deadline at the Maintenance Department Conference Room (51890 Washington Street, New Baltimore, MI 48047).

Award will be based on "best value," including price, specifications, past performance, delivery capability, and vendor stability; the District reserves the right to reject any or all bids or award to other than the lowest bidder. Bidders must submit two signed copies on provided forms, three references for comparable work, manufacturer warranty sheets, and itemized pricing with unit prices governing additions or deletions. All bids remain firm for ninety days. Bidders must provide a sworn and notarized familial disclosure statement under Michigan Code MCL 380.1267 and a certification of compliance with the Iran Economic Sanctions Act (Michigan Public Act No. 517 of 2012). Technical questions should be directed to kyoungblood@abs.misd.net. The District notes that Anchor Bay Food Service is a member of HPS (Heinemann Purchasing Services).