Mississippi Procurement Portal #407-METAL-DCS27

DeSoto County Schools Solicits Metal Detectors, Accessories, and Training for High Schools

DeSoto County Schools in Hernando, MS is seeking unpriced proposals for metal detectors and related accessories for high school security enhancement. - Government Buyer: - DeSoto County Schools, Central Services office - OEMs and Vendors: - CEIA is referenced as the OEM for the OPENGATE weapons unit and PD240 handheld wands - Equivalent products from other manufacturers are acceptable if specifications are met or exceeded - Products/Services Requested: - 8 CEIA OPENGATE weapons units or equivalent walk-through metal detectors - 8 dual battery chargers - 32 rechargeable batteries - 8 encapsulated test pieces for calibration - 8 large stability plate sets - 8 PD240 handheld metal detector wands - Shipping of all items to DeSoto County Schools - 1 in-person training session for up to 50 participants at the Central Services location - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Equipment offered must meet or exceed the specifications of the CEIA models - Vendors must provide detailed specifications for any equivalent models - Acceptance of purchase orders and net 45 payment terms required - Vendors must provide insurance certificates (liability and workers compensation) - On-site service providers must comply with background check requirements - New vendors must complete registration and conflict-of-interest disclosure - Procurement process includes an initial unpriced proposal phase followed by a reverse auction for pre-qualified vendors

Description

DeSoto County School Board of Education is soliciting unpriced proposals for metal detectors and accessories for eight high schools. The procurement includes delivery, one in-person training session for up to 50 participants, and requires compliance with specified insurance and background check requirements. The bid process includes a reverse auction scheduled for July 2, 2026, following the submission of unpriced proposals by June 29, 2026. Vendors must accept purchase orders and net 45 payment terms.

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