RFQ #27-22 ¿ HP Fortis G1m Rugged Chromebooks and Google Chrome OS Education Management Licenses

The Jones County School System is soliciting quotes under RFQ 27-22 for the purchase of 80 HP Fortis G1m 11.6 inch Rugged Touchscreen Chromebooks and 80 Google Chrome OS Management Console Education Licenses. The required hardware specifications include an HD display with a 60Hz refresh rate, an octa-core processor, 128 GB of flash storage, and an English keyboard. This open market solicitation requires vendors to submit both a technical and cost proposal via the Georgia Procurement Registry, with the technical proposal including mandatory documents such as a Certificate of Non-Collusion, District Certification Form, and Tax Compliance Form. Award decisions will be based on a weighted evaluation where cost accounts for 60 percent and the quality of the solution accounts for 40 percent, following a pass/fail assessment of mandatory requirements. Other factors such as availability, lead time, and past experience will also be considered. In the event of a tie, preference is given to in-county and in-state suppliers. All goods must be delivered FOB Destination with inside delivery required. The contract includes strict compliance mandates regarding non-collusion, confidentiality, and mandatory background checks for any personnel working on school property. Final acceptance of the goods is subject to inspection by a JCSS authorized representative to ensure all specifications are met.