Custodial Equipment

Cherokee County School District 1 in South Carolina is soliciting sealed bids under IFB 2027-11 for the purchase and delivery of new, unused custodial equipment. The procurement includes specific quantities of Tomcat Carbon v2.3 28-inch Edge Automatic Scrubbers, Karcher BRC 30/15C Carpet Cleaners, Mosquito 16-gallon Wet/Dry Vacuums, Karcher Sensor S2 12-inch Vacuums, Pioneer Eclipse 175 RPM 20-inch Electric Floor Machines, Koblenz 175 RPM 13-inch Electric Floor Machines, and Tomcat Nano Edge Starter Pad Kits. Bidders must provide the exact manufacturer and model specified in Attachment A, as substitutions or equivalent products are strictly prohibited. Bids are due by November 20, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST, with a question deadline of October 30, 2026. Electronic submissions via Beacon Bid are preferred, though sealed paper bids are also accepted. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with the District reserving the right to make a single award based on the total bid price or multiple awards by individual line item. Evaluation criteria include the bidder's experience, financial and technical capabilities, and ability to meet delivery timeframes and manufacturer warranties. Required submission documents include a bid cover sheet, bid schedule, response certification, drug-free workplace certification, W9 form, business license, and bidder information response. The successful contractor must operate as an independent entity, ensuring all personnel undergo criminal background screenings and adhere to strict prohibitions against weapons, tobacco, and illicit drugs on school property. Payment will be issued upon delivery and acceptance of equipment, and the District maintains the right to terminate the agreement for convenience with thirty days' notice or due to non-appropriation of funds.