Introduction: Moss Point School District (MPSD) is seeking proposals from qualified vendors to provide and deliver eight hundred (800) Chromebooks, 4 Year ADP Warranty, White Glove and the associated Google management licenses. The purpose of this Request for Proposal (RFP) is to identify a vendor who can meet the technical requirements, deliver high-quality products, and provide exceptional service and support.
Proposal Submission: Interested vendors are requested to submit their un-priced bid proposals no later than 2:00 pm CST on Friday, July 28th, 2023, by electronic submission. The proposals should be submitted via the Central Bidding platform at www.centralbidding.com. For any questions relating to the electronic bidding process, please contact Central Bidding at 225-810-4814. 2. Project Overview: MPSD intends to enhance its digital learning environment by procuring eight hundred (800) Chromebooks, 4 Year ADP, White Glove and the necessary Google management licenses. The project aims to provide students and teachers with access to reliable and efficient devices for educational purposes. 3. Specifications: The desired Chromebooks, ADP Warranty, White Glove and Google management licenses should meet the following specifications: Chromebooks: ? Quantity: 800 units ? Description: ASUS Chromebook CR2 11.6” Celeron N5100 - 4GB RAM - 32GB eMMC/ ? Specifications: ASUS YZ142, Intel Celeron N5100/1.1GHz, 4GB RAM, 11.6” 1366 x 768 Screen, Wi-Fi 6. Warranty: ? Warranty: ADP 4 Year - Extended Warranty with Accidental Damage Coverage. Repair Depot. Google Chrome Education Management Licenses: ? Quantity: 800 licenses ? Description: Licenses to manage and administer Chromebook devices efficiently using Google's management console, including device enrollment, configuration, security settings, and software updates. ? Support: Ensure seamless management and monitoring of the Chromebook fleet. White Glove: ? The device will be thoroughly inspected for physical damage or blemishes ? The device will be enrolled to the customer’s domain by performing enterprise enrollment and validation ? The successfully configured device will be re-boxed for shipment 4. Proposal Guidelines: Interested vendors are requested to provide the following information as part of their proposal: a. Company Profile: ? Provide a brief overview of the vendor's company, including years of experience, relevant certifications, and expertise in delivering educational technology solutions. b. Technical Solution: ? Describe the proposed Chromebook model and its suitability for educational environments. Explain how the Chromebooks, Warranty and Google management licenses meet the district's requirements and support digital learning initiatives. c. Implementation Plan: ? Outline the proposed implementation plan, including timelines, milestones, and any specific requirements from MPSD. Describe the process for device setup, enrollment, and configuration. d. Pricing: ? Pricing should not be included in the un-priced bid proposals. Un-priced proposals will be evaluated first, and vendors submitting acceptable offers will be invited to submit priced bids separately.
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| Owner/Creator Username: |
MPSDBB |
| Reverse Auction Type: |
Single Item |
| Bid Solicitation Start Time/Date: |
28-Jun-2023 2:00:00 PM CDT |
| Bid Solicitation End Time/Date: |
27-Jul-2023 2:00:00 PM CDT |
| Reverse Auction Start Time/Date: |
28-Jul-2023 2:00:00 PM CDT |
| Reverse Auction End Time/Date: |
28-Jul-2023 2:30:00 PM CDT ( Expired ) |
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Realtime Event |
| Action: |
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Central Auction House will automatically place a bid on your behalf for the lowest amount possible up to your maximum bid using an increment bidding system. This allows you to remain the highest bidder for the auction until your maximum bid amount has been reached, also your proxy bid will remain confidential. To activate Central Auction House's proxy bidding system, simply enter the maximum price you are willing to bid, following these steps:
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Increment Bidding:
"Increment bidding" refers to the minimum amount an auction bid must be raised each time the current highest bid is surpassed. The increment is determined by the value of the most recent bid. See below:
Example:
-The current bid amount is at $150.00 USD.
-Buyer 1 places a maximum bid of $210.00 USD.
-The increment bidding system will automatically place bids on Buyer 1's behalf up to $210.00 USD.
-When Buyer 2 places a maximum bid of $200.00 USD, Buyer 1's bid will be automatically increased in the set increments (see Bid Increments Chart) until it reaches $210.00 USD.
-If Buyer 3 places a bid of $220.00 USD, they will become the highest bidder because they have surpassed Buyer 1's maximum bid.
-To continue, Buyer 1 must enter a new maximum bid, which meets or exceeds the increment established by the highest current bid amount.
-If Buyer 1 has a proxy bid of $500.00 USD, our system will automatically bid $230.00 USD for them.
The increment amount is determined based on the current high bid currently in the item. See increment chart below for more information.
| Current Bid Price: |
Bid Increment |
| $1.00-$4.99 |
$0.25 |
| $5.00-$24.99 |
$0.50 |
| $25.00-$99.99 |
$1.00 |
| $100.00-$249.99 |
$2.50 |
| $250.00-$499.99 |
$5.00 |
| $500.00-$999.99 |
$10.00 |
| $1,000.00-$2,499.99 |
$25.00 |
| $2,500.00-$4,999.99 |
$50.00 |
| $5,000.00-and up |
$100.00 |
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