Westside high school cafeteria serving lines

Richmond County Board of Education's Nutrition Services Department is requesting quotations for two complete cafeteria serving line systems for Westside High School in Augusta, Georgia under RFQ #26-212, with sealed bids due October 7, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. EST.

The scope comprises six units across three categories: two hot food counters (Delfield Model No. 000-40014IRU1 with custom Shelley fabrication modifications including five-well configuration), two refrigerated cold pan serving counters (Delfield Model No. 000-40014IRU2 with seven-year compressor warranty), and two cashier's counters (Delfield Model No. 000-40014IRU3). Bidders must submit turnkey pricing including all freight, delivery, installation, assembly, electrical connections, plumbing to drains, removal of existing equipment, and debris disposal. A three-year warranty covering replacement or repair of defective materials and workmanship, including labor costs, is required with service within 48 hours of notification.

Bidders must provide proof of insurance with minimum coverage of $200,000 per person and $500,000 per accident, and submit a Sex Offender Acknowledgement Form and E-Verify Affidavit. The Richmond County School System is tax-exempt; bids must exclude applicable state and federal sales taxes. Award will be made to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder meeting specifications and providing overall general value. Delivery and installation are expected within 60 days of award, anticipated October 20, 2026. The contract is subject to Georgia state law (O.C.G.A. 20-2-506) with automatic annual renewal unless terminated with 30 days' written notice. Bidders must indicate pricing validity period and lead time for delivery and installation. A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for September 15, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. at Westside High School Cafeteria. Coordination with Mr. Emmett Rhodes, Department of Maintenance and Facilities, is required at (706) 737-7189 or (706) 220-8260.