Unpriced Proposals will be received by the DeSoto County School Board of Education, 5 East South Street, Hernando, MS 38632 or electronically at www.centralbidding.com, at the date and time specified on the BID NOTICE. Neither dating of the Unpriced P

DeSoto County Schools is soliciting proposals under solicitation number 421-DVR-DCS27 to furnish and deliver DVR systems for plant maintenance across seven district locations. The procurement process utilizes a two-stage evaluation consisting of a pre-qualification phase and a final award via an electronic reverse auction hosted by Central Bidding. To qualify for the auction, vendors must submit unpriced proposals by August 25, 2026, at 9:00 AM CST. These submissions must include a completed Vendor Information and Agreement Form, a W-9, an Insurance Accord Form, and a New Vendor Packet for those who have not previously worked with the district. Proposals may be submitted physically to the school board office in Hernando, Mississippi, or electronically via Central Bidding. Technical requirements mandate that DVR systems meet or exceed provided specifications, and any proposed alternates must include full specifications and maintain brand consistency across all units. Bidders must be authorized dealers of the equipment and provide trained personnel for warranty support, with the warranty period beginning on the first day of installation. All shipping costs must be included in the bid price, and equipment is to be delivered to the Central Office Attention: Plant Maintenance. Awarded vendors must maintain liability insurance of 1,000,000 dollars and workers compensation insurance of 500,000 dollars per occurrence. Payment terms are set at 45 days following the receipt of a proper invoice or inspection and approval of the goods. The bid remains valid through June 30, 2027.