RFQ for Drinking Fountains, Bottle Filling Stations, Filters, and Related Components

Location: Michigan
Posted: May 27, 2026
Due: Jun 11, 2026
Agency: NICE Community School District
Type of Government: State & Local
Category:
  • 45 - Plumbing, Heating, and Sanitation Equipment
  • 99 - Miscellaneous
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  • RFQ for Drinking Fountains, Bottle Filling Stations, Filters, and Related Components
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    NICE COMMUNITY SCHOOLS
    Strength - Integrity - Excellence
    REQUEST FOR QUOTATION (RFQ)
    Drinking Fountains, Bottle Filling Stations, Filters, and Related Components
    RFQ No.: 2026-DF-001
    Issued By
    NICE Community School District
    300 Westwood Drive
    Ishpeming, MI 49849
    Primary Contact:
    Melissa Maki
    melissa@nice.k12.mi.us
    Additional Contact:
    Jeremy Lindsay
    lindsayj@nice.k12.mi.us
    CC:
    Bryan DeAugustine
    bryand@nice.k12.mi.us
    1. Purpose
    The NICE Community School District is soliciting quotations from qualified vendors for the supply of drinking
    fountains, retrofit bottle filling stations, water filtration systems, and related plumbing accessories. Vendors
    shall provide pricing, product specifications, and applicable warranty information for the products listed within
    this Request for Quotation (RFQ).
    2. Scope of Work
    The selected vendor shall furnish all materials and equipment necessary to provide the products identified in
    this RFQ. All products shall be new, unused, and compliant with applicable industry standards. The district
    reserves the right to accept or reject any or all quotations, waive informalities, and award in the best interest of
    the district.
    3. Product Requirements and Quantities
    Qty
    Manufacturer
    26
    Elkay
    2
    Elkay
    1
    Zurn
    1
    Zurn
    1
    Elkay
    Model Number
    EWF3000
    LZSTL8WSSP
    ZR365-PC
    Z8804-XL-PC
    LKAPREZL
    Description
    Filter Kit for ezH2O Units
    Bi-Level Filtered Bottle
    Filling Station
    1-1/2 in. 17GA P-Trap
    Angle Stop Valve
    Apron/Cane Kit
    4
    Elkay
    LZS8WSSP
    Filtered Bottle Filling
    Station – 8 GPH Stainless
    Steel
    1
    Zurn
    ZR361-PC
    P-Trap
    1
    Zurn
    Z8804-XL-PC
    Angle Stop Valve
    3
    Elkay
    LMABFWS-RF
    ezH2O Retrofit Bottle
    Filling Station Kit for
    EMAB Family – Filtered
    9
    Elkay
    LZWSRK
    ezH2O Retro-Fit Kit
    70
    Elkay
    51300C
    WaterSentry Plus
    Replacement Filters
    2
    Elkay
    EF3000VRBMC
    Universal Filtration Box
    4. Vendor Requirements
    • Itemized pricing for all listed products.
    • Manufacturer warranty information for each applicable product.
    • Estimated lead times and delivery schedules.
    • Product specification sheets and technical data.
    • Confirmation that products meet all manufacturer and industry standards.
    5. Product Equivalency
    Equivalent products may be considered if submitted with complete specifications and approved by the district
    prior to award.
    6. Delivery Requirements
    All materials shall be delivered to NICE Community School District, 300 Westwood Drive, Ishpeming, MI 49849.
    Pricing shall include all freight and delivery charges. Partial shipments must be approved by the district.
    7. Tax Exemption
    NICE Community School District is tax exempt. Tax-exempt documentation will be provided upon request.
    8. Installation Responsibility
    This RFQ is for material supply only. Installation services are not included unless specifically identified by the
    vendor.
    9. Submission Instructions
    Quotation responses shall be submitted no later than June 11, 2026. The most responsive and responsible quote
    will be recommended for approval at the June 15, 2026 Board meeting. The anticipated delivery date for all
    requested products is no later than July 10, 2026.
    Quotation responses shall be submitted electronically to:
    Melissa Maki – melissa@nice.k12.mi.us
    Jeremy Lindsay – lindsayj@nice.k12.mi.us
    CC: Bryan DeAugustine – bryand@nice.k12.mi.us
    10. Evaluation Criteria
    • Total cost
    • Product availability
    • Delivery schedule
    • Product compatibility
    • Warranty coverage
    • Vendor responsiveness and experience
    11. Quote Validity
    Pricing submitted shall remain valid for a minimum of 60 days following the quotation submission deadline.
    12. Reservation of Rights
    • Reject any or all quotations
    • Request clarification or additional information from vendors
    • Modify quantities as necessary
    • Award all or part of the requested products
    • Waive minor irregularities in submissions
    13. Warranty Requirements
    Vendors shall provide complete warranty information for all products included in the quotation.
    14. Acceptance
    Submission of a quotation constitutes acknowledgement that the vendor has reviewed and understands the
    requirements of this RFQ.
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