Hinds County School District - RFP #26-001 (iPads)

The Hinds County School District is seeking bids for the purchase of 40 iPads, including iPad protective cases with keyboards and 3-Year Apple Care+ coverage for use in its schools. All items must be new, unused, and represent the latest version of the specified products. The work of the contract involves supplying these devices and accessories as described, ensuring they meet the district's requirements for quality and condition. This solicitation is issued by the Hinds County School District (HCSD) and overseen by the Hinds County School Board of Education, located at 13192 Highway 18, Raymond, MS 39154. Dr. Tiffany Willis, Director, is the point of contact for this RFP. The background for this contract is HCSD's intent to acquire new technology resources for its schools through a competitive bid process. Only proposals quoting new, unused products will be accepted, and the district specifically requests the latest available versions of the iPads and accessories. Contract requirements stipulate that all bids must be for new, unused items, and proposals will only be considered if they meet this condition. The district reserves the right to reject any and/or all unpriced proposals and to waive any informalities. No changes to bids will be permitted after opening, and the district will not be responsible for any errors or omissions in the proposals. To submit a bid, proposals may be delivered by hand, mailed, or submitted electronically via www.centralbidding.com. All bids must be received by the Board of Education or electronically at www.centralbidding.com no later than September 4, 2025, at 12:00pm. Bids received after this deadline, regardless of postmark or mailing date, will not be considered. If submitting a paper bid, it must be typed, and any changes must be initialed. Paper bids must be enclosed in a sealed 8 x 10 or larger envelope, clearly labeled with: Attn: Dr. Tiffany Willis, RFP Number #26-001, September 4, 2025, and the name of the company or person submitting the bid. Envelopes not properly marked will not be considered. Bids will be opened on September 4, 2025, at 3:00 pm at the Board of Education address.