Hephzibah high school cafeteria serving lines

Richmond County Board of Education, Nutrition Services Department is requesting quotations for a complete serving line system for Hephzibah High School under RFQ 26-213, with sealed bids due October 7, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for September 17, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. at the cafeteria.

The scope comprises six items: two cashier stands, two cold food counters, and two hot food counters, all specified as custom Delfield models with Shelley Custom Fabrication modifications. The successful vendor must remove existing serving lines, deliver equipment, unload, assemble, level, and clean all equipment at the school site (4558 Brothersville Road, Hephzibah, Georgia). Delivery and installation must be completed within 60 days of award. Bid pricing must include all delivery, freight, labor, assembly, and disposal costs on a turnkey basis.

The vendor must provide a three-year warranty covering defective materials, workmanship, and shipping damage with labor included, and guarantee 48-hour service response times; extended warranties beyond three years may substitute. Vendors must demonstrate proof of workers' compensation and liability insurance with specified limits, E-Verify compliance, sex offender screening certifications, and debarment certifications. Richmond County School System is exempt from state sales taxes.

Clarification requests are due by September 29, 2026 at 5:00 p.m., submitted in writing to Ms. Cecilia Perkins at the Richmond County School System Business Office, 864 Broad Street, Augusta, Georgia 30901. The anticipated award date is October 20, 2026. The school system reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and award to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder offering best overall value. The contract is governed by Georgia state law and includes a walk-away provision allowing termination at the close of each calendar year with 30 days' notice. Work is coordinated through Emmett Rhodes of the Department of Maintenance and Facilities.