Combi Oven Purchase Southeast Polk Schools - Jr. High

Background

The Southeast Polk Community School District serves approximately 7,500 students across 12 sites in Iowa. It is seeking proposals for the purchase of a set of combi ovens for its Jr. High School. This initiative is part of the district's commitment to providing quality nutrition services under federally funded programs such as the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) and the School Breakfast Program (SBP). The goal of this Request for Proposal (RFP) is to solicit competitive bids from qualified suppliers to ensure fair and open competition.

Work Details

The contract involves supplying a set of combi ovens, specifically the Rational Model LM100CGAXXX, to be delivered to the Southeast Polk Jr. High School located at 8325 NE University Avenue, Pleasant Hill, Iowa. The vendor must provide a complete itemized breakdown of all costs and specifications associated with the ovens. Installation will be conducted by an approved Rational equipment installer. The proposal must include compliance with all specifications outlined in the RFP and any necessary approvals for alternate models that meet or exceed specified requirements.

Period of Performance

The contract will be executed following board approval in July 2026, with installation targeted before August 24, 2026.

Place of Performance

The delivery location for the combi ovens is Southeast Polk Jr. High School at 8325 NE University Avenue, Pleasant Hill, Iowa.

Bidder Requirements

Vendors must provide evidence of their qualifications and experience, including references from three SFA customers. They are required to submit various certifications including Suspension and Debarment Certification and Assurance of Civil Rights Compliance. Additionally, vendors are encouraged to be small businesses owned by women or minorities and must maintain necessary insurance coverage throughout the contract duration.