RFP-5179 - Student/Staff Computing Devices

The Ascension Parish School Board is soliciting proposals under RFP-5179 to procure computing devices, including student Chromebooks, student/staff Windows notebooks, and Windows admin notebooks, to support the expansion and upgrade of the Student/Staff Computing Devices Project. The scope of work encompasses the provision of hardware, software licensing, warranty, and damage protection to ensure high availability and maintenance of district resources. Specific technical requirements for Windows notebooks include 13.3 inch 2-in-1 touch screens and Intel Core Ultra 5 235U vPro processors or equivalent AMD alternatives. Proposals must be submitted by December 1, 2026, via electronic submission through Beacon Bid, hand delivery, or mail to the APSB Supply Chain Center in Gonzales, Louisiana. Award selection is based on the most advantageous proposal with the highest point score, evaluated by a committee of experts. Proposers must strictly adhere to labeling requirements for submissions to avoid mandatory rejection and provide a detailed financial section regarding payment for services. The contract requires both performance and payment bonds at a rate of 100 dollars per percent. Compliance with various federal regulations is mandatory, including the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and 2 CFR 180 regarding government-wide exclusions in the System for Award Management. Funding is subject to annual appropriation by the Board, and the agreement may terminate if funds are exhausted or not budgeted in subsequent fiscal years.