Bid #07-26 Early Childhood Educational Supplies

The Lafayette Parish School System (LPSS) is seeking sealed bids for the procurement of early childhood educational supplies, as detailed on the Proposal Form. The contract work includes the supply and delivery of these educational items to various schools within the district and to the LPSS central office warehouse. The LPSS Purchasing Department, located at 202 Rue Iberville, Lafayette, LA 70508, is the requesting entity for this solicitation. This contract is being advertised to ensure the provision of necessary educational supplies for early childhood programs throughout the Lafayette Parish School System. The bid process is designed to secure competitive pricing and reliable delivery to support the district's educational mission. Contract requirements specify that all bids must be clearly marked as "Early Childhood Educational Supplies Bid #07-26" and must include delivery to designated locations within the school district. Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud on July 14, 2025, in a Conference Room of the Lafayette Parish School System District Office Building. Complete bidding documents are available on the Purchasing Department's website at https://www.lpssonline.com/departments/business-services/purchasing under Bid Specifications'. Bidders may also view information and submit electronic bids online at www.centralauctionhouse.com. All bids must comply with the provisions of LA. R.S. 38:2212 (a)(1)(b), the requirements stated in the Advertisement for Bids, and those on the bid form. No public entity may waive these requirements. The owner reserves the right to reject any and all bids for just cause. The Lafayette Parish School System strongly encourages the participation of minority business enterprises in all contracts and procurements for goods and services. Contractors and suppliers are encouraged to utilize minority business enterprises for the purchase or subcontracting of materials, supplies, and services whenever possible. The solicitation will be advertised on June 25, 2025, and July 02, 2025.