RFP-CVS-270000000019-2 | Purchase of Custodial Equipment ITB 3.2627

Chippewa Valley Schools is soliciting competitive bids under ITB 3.2627 for the purchase of various new, first-grade quality custodial equipment for its school buildings in Clinton Township, Michigan. The scope of procurement includes a wide array of items such as commercial riding and walk-behind automatic floor scrubbers, autonomous scrubbers, carpet extractors, encapsulation machines, backpack vacuums, upright and wet/dry vacuums, custodial carts, and trash containers. Vendors may propose exact specified equipment or alternate equivalents, provided they meet or exceed the minimum operational requirements. The District reserves the right to award the contract to the proposal that best meets its needs, which may not necessarily be the lowest bidder, based on evaluation criteria including cost, compliance with specifications, warranty and support, delivery timelines, and vendor experience. Bids must be submitted as sealed physical packages by October 21, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. EST, as email and fax submissions are strictly prohibited. Required documentation includes the Bid Proposal and Pricing Forms, a Non-Collusion Affidavit, an Iran Linked Business Disclosure, and a Familial Relationship Disclosure Statement. Awarded vendors must provide comprehensive insurance coverage, including Worker's Compensation, Employers Liability of $1,000,000, and Auto Liability of $500,000. Delivery must be coordinated with the District between 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, and may be scheduled during school breaks to minimize operational disruptions. Payment will be processed according to the District's normal accounts payable procedures following the acceptance of the equipment.