Hourly Repair Rates - Nutrition Services

Parkway School District in Missouri is seeking qualified contractors to provide large equipment repair services for its Nutrition Services department through a competitive bidding process (Proposal 26-60). The procurement targets hourly repair rates for specialized food service equipment from manufacturers including Bevles, Crescor, Rationale, Alto Sham, Montague, Moffat, and others. Contractors must have a physical business location within sixty miles of the district and be capable of servicing electrical and refrigeration equipment. The contract will have an initial term of twenty-four months, with bids due on November 20, 2025, at 3:00 PM CST through the Parkway School District Bonfire Portal. Evaluation criteria will focus on the "lowest and best" bid, considering factors such as specification compliance, vendor supply capabilities, prior experience, and financial strength. Vendors must submit comprehensive documentation including a W-9, references, specification sheets, and an affidavit of non-collusion.

The district does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, but does demonstrate a preference for domestic products, particularly those manufactured, assembled, or produced in the United States, with additional preference for Missouri-based firms when quality, price, and delivery are approximately equivalent. Contractors must comply with the Federal Work Authorization Program (E-Verify) and Missouri Revised Statute 285.530, which requires enrollment in the federal work authorization program for employees working on contracts exceeding $5,000. The district estimates spending approximately $25,000 during the contract term, though this is not a guaranteed quantity. All repair services must meet comprehensive insurance requirements, including worker's compensation, general liability, and business auto liability with specific coverage limits. Contractors will be responsible for providing a safe work area, daily cleanup, adherence to building codes, and securing necessary permits.