F26-003 Addendum 1
F26-003 (Welding Equipment)
Issue Date: 2/12/2026
Questions Deadline: 2/23/2026 12:00 PM (CT)
Response Deadline: 2/26/2026 01:30 PM (CT)
Contact Information
Contact: Mrs. DeAundrea Galvin Procurement Coordinator
Address: 1800 East 6th Street
Little Rock, AR 72202
Email: Deaundrea.Galvin@lrsd.org
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Deadline: 2/26/2026 01:30 PM (CT)
F26-003 Addendum 1
Event Information
Number:
F26-003 Addendum 1
Title:
F26-003 (Welding Equipment)
Type:
Invitation for Bid
Issue Date:
2/12/2026
Question Deadline: 2/23/2026 12:00 PM (CT)
Response Deadline: 2/26/2026 01:30 PM (CT)
Notes:
The Little Rock School District is requesting SEALED bids for Welding Equipment
for Metropolitan Campus listed under the line items tab.
The complete invitation for bid documents are available online
at https://lrsd.ionwave.net. Interested bidders must register at this site to
download bid forms and submit a bid electronically. This is the required method of
submission.
Any questions regarding this RFP are to be submitted in writing via Ion Wave under
the questions tab by the deadline, February 23, 2026, 12 pm. All questions received
and the corresponding answers, will be posted publicly for all vendors. No verbal
responses will be provided. The district will not respond to questions after
this date and time.
ISSUING OFFICE
This solicitation is issued by the Procurement Department, Little Rock School
District. The Procurement Department is the sole point of contact between bidder
and the District on matters pertaining to the award of any contract resulting from this
invitation. Questions relating to this invitation should be submitted under the
questions tab before question deadline. Bidders under no circumstances shall
contact any other Little Rock School District administrators or staff at any time
during this procurement process. Any contact with Little Rock School District
administrators or staff could result in your bid being disqualified.
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The District reserves the right to reject any or all bids and waive any formalities in
bids received. Price alone may not be the determining factor. Award will be based
upon those considerations, which are in the best interest of the District and will be
made to the responsive, responsible bidder whose bid is judged to be the most
effective and economical for the purpose intended, according to the requirements
and specifications stated in the Invitation for Bids
TYPE OF CONTRACT
This will be a one-time purchase.
PACKAGING INSTRUCTIONS
All equipment must be delivered in original factory packaging.
Deadline: 2/26/2026 01:30 PM (CT)
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PRICING, DELIVERY, AND TRAINING
Includes all applicable training.
Ship To Information
Contact: Marvin Burton
Address: Metro Vo-Tech
7701 Scott Hamiton
Little Rock, AR 72209
Billing Information
Address: 810 W Markham
Little Rock, AR 72201
Email: invoice@lrsd.org
Bid Attachments
REFERENCES.docx
References
BIDDER ASSURANCE AND DISCLOSURE.docx
Bidder Assurances and Disclosure
Standard Terms and Conditions.docx
Standard Terms and Conditions
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View Online
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Special Terms and Conditions Construction.docx
Special Terms and Conditions Construction.
Supplier Registration.pdf
Supplier Registration Instructions
Addendum 1 F26-003.doc
Addendum 1
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Requested Attachments
BIDDER ASSURANCE AND DISCLOSURE
(Attachment required)
This form must be notarized or the bid will be rejected.
REFERENCES
(Attachment required)
Three references: Include company name, address, contact name, and phone number
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Provide any additional information that you feel will be beneficial to the District in evaluating your qualification.
However, any elaborate brochures or voluminous examples are not required nor desired.
COMPANY PROFILE
(Attachment required)
Provide a company profile including but not limited to company history, qualifications, areas of experience, abilities
and years in business.
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WARRANTY INFORMATION
(Attachment required)
Warranty term and contact information
Bid Attributes
1 Lead Time
The district is seeking immediate delivery. Please provide your best delivery date.
(Required: Maximum 1000 characters allowed)
2 Addendum 1
Please enter date of addendum to acknowledge receipt.
__ __ / __ __ / __ __ __ __
(Required)
Bid Lines
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F26-003 Addendum 1
1 Welding System
AugmentedArc simulator
Teacher software
OpenBook™ GMAW, SMAW, GTAW theory content, quizzes and welding exercises
NCCER Welding Levels 1–2 exercises
Black Infinity™ AR helmet with premium headgear
Internal router
MIG gun with AR nozzle
SMAW stinger
TIG torch with AR nozzle
Welding Positions: 1F–4F, 1G–6G
Two electrode/filler rods with AR tips
Material Types: Carbon Steel, Stainless Steel, Aluminum
Workpiece Selection: 1/8, 1/4, 3/8 in. (3.2, 6.4, 9.5 mm)
Wire Speed Selection: GMAW/FCAW 50–1,000 ipm (1.27–25.4 m/min.)
Shielding Gas Selection: CO2 Argon O2 Argon CO2 Argon
Polarity Selection: DCEP DCEN AC
Joints: Bead on plate, lap joint, T-joint, butt joint, pipe-to-plate, butt pipe, V-groove with backing and V-groove
without backing
Dimensions Simulator H: 21 in. (533 mm) W:9.38 in. (238 mm) D: 17.25 in. (438 mm)
Net Weight: Simulator 20.7 lb. (9.4 kg) Welding helmet 1.97 lb. (0.9 kg)
Workpiece Positions Horizontal Vertical Flat Overhead
Input Power: 115 V, 15 A, 60 Hz 230 V, 10 A, 50 Hz
Solid wire .030, .035, .045 in. (0.8, 1.0, 1.2 mm) Stick electrode 1/8, 3/32, 5/32 in. (2.50, 3.25, 4.0 mm) Filler rod
3/32 in. (2.4 mm)
(Response required)
Quantity: 2 UOM: EA
Manufacturer: Miller
Manufacturer #: 951823
Item Notes:
Or approved equal
Supplier Notes:
Price: $
Total: $
No bid
Alternate specification
(Attach separate sheet)
Additional notes
(Attach separate sheet)
2 Delivery and installation
(Response required)
Supplier Notes:
Price: $
Total: $
No bid
Additional notes
(Attach separate sheet)
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This is the opportunity summary page. It provides an overview of this opportunity and a preview of the attached documentation.
