Opportunity
Springfield Public Schools Ionwave #S20-0064
Springfield R-12 School District Awards Contract for Anywhere Cart Chromebook Charging Carts
Posted
January 29, 2020
Respond By
February 12, 2020
Identifier
S20-0064
NAICS
423420
The School District of Springfield R-12 in Missouri is procuring secure notebook computer carts for storing and charging Chromebooks. - Government Buyer: - School District of Springfield R-12, Purchasing Department - Contact: Jim Scott, CPPB, Purchasing Manager - OEM Highlight: - Anywhere Cart is the sole Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) specified for this procurement - No alternates or substitutions are permitted - Vendors and Award: - Tierney Brothers awarded for 30 units of AC-SLIM - Other bidders included Quill LLC and Office Depot - Products Requested: - Anywhere Cart AC-SLIM (secure cart for 36 Chromebooks) - Part Number: AC-SLIM - Quantity: 30 units - Features: 5" directional locking wheels, external power outlets, adjustable dividers, UL 60950-1 certification - Anywhere Cart AC-SLIM-PW45 (pre-wired with 36 USB-C power adapters) - Part Number: AC-SLIM-PW45 - Quantity: 30 units (pricing requested, not awarded) - Same features as above, plus pre-wired USB-C adapters - Notable Requirements: - Strict adherence to specified models (no substitutions) - Delivery required within 7–30 days after order - Delivery to a single district distribution center with a loading dock - Warranty coverage as per manufacturer's standard - Place of Performance/Delivery: - Distribution Center, 1458 E. Chestnut Expressway, Springfield, MO 65802 - Estimated Contract Value: - Approximately $40,000–$50,000 for 30 units
Description
The School District of Springfield R-12 issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for notebook computer carts. The procurement seeks competitive bids for two types of secure notebook computer carts that store and charge 36 Chromebooks, featuring 5" directional locking wheels, external power outlets, adjustable dividers, and UL certification. Bidders were required to respond online via the district's e-bid system, with no late responses accepted. The contract was awarded to Tierney Brothers for a total amount of $40,500.00 for 30 units of one cart type.