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Purchasing
Purchasing strives to achieve the most economical, effective, and efficient acquisition and payment of goods and services for the Anoka-Hennepin School District through procedures that instill public trust and foster fair and open competition in accordance with state laws. We are dedicated to supporting the activities of the district in the education of our students in a professional and courteous way with impeccable integrity.
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Vendor information
Thank you for your interest in serving Anoka-Hennepin Schools with your products and services. If you're a vendor interested in participating in future solicitations, please complete the Vendor Application Form. If further questions or information are needed the Procurement Department will contact you.
Due to limited resources in Procurement, the department is unable to meet with all vendors that reach out. As resources allow, our department will try to implement more ways to interact with vendors.
Vendor processes
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How to submit competitive bids/proposals
Each invitiation to bid is posted on our website and can be found under the section titled "Current Solicitations".
All formal bids and proposals must be signed by an authorized employee of the submitting company; and must be received, in a sealed envelope, by Purchasing at the following location prior to the due date and time noted on the bid or proposal:
Anoka-Hennepin School District
Educational Service Center
Attn: Tiffany Audette, Purchasing Manager
2727 North Ferry Street, Entrance 1
Anoka, MN 55303The district will not accept faxed, emailed or late bids or proposals.
For formal bids, vendors are welcome to attend the bid opening. All bids will be publicly opened and read aloud. The final bid tabulation is available upon request. All bids received after the time stated will not be considered. The bidder assumes the risk of any delay in the mail or on the handling of mail by employees of the school district.
In the event of any conflict between this posting and the terms and conditions of the solicitation document(s), the terms and conditions of the solicitation document(s) shall apply.
Building closure
In the event of a unforeseen closure at the Anoka-Hennepin School District site, that is designated in the solicitation for the receipt and opening of bids and/or proposals, at the date and time of the scheduled opening, the Procurement Department postpones the receipt and opening of bids and/or proposals as scheduled. The due date and time, specified for the receipt of bids and/or proposals is deemed to be extended, to the same time of day specified in the solicitation and on the first subsequent operational business day, unless otherwise amended prior to the due date and time.
- Bids
- Proposals
- Quotations
- Request for Information
All questions pertaining to bid specifications must be presented in writing to PurchQuotes@ahschools.us by the date and time indicated in the solicitiation documents. This ensures that all questions can be addressed in a fair and transparent manner with all answers provided to interested bidders.
Substitutions
The use of approved manufacturer, brand and/or catalog description in specifying any item does not restrict vendors to that manufacturer, brand or catalog description identification. This is used simply to indicate the character, quality, or performance equivalence of the commodity desired, and the commodity on which bids are submitted must be of such character, quality, or equivalence that it will serve the purpose for which it is to be used equally well as that specified, and be acceptable to the using department.
All substitution requests must be submitted during the question period indicated on the solicitation for review. A complete description of the proposed substitution including packing and shipping quantities and color samples for the manufacturer which it is to be substituted must be included in the substitution requests. All subsitutions must meet or exceed the specifications.
Prior to shipping goods or providing services, the awarded Vendor(s) will receive a Purchase Order or will be required to execute some other form of a formal Contract.
Goods shipped or services performed prior to a District issued Purchase Order or an executed (fully signed) Contract will be considered a donation.
Questions and/or determination inquiries
If you have questions regarding the solicitation process, or if you would like to request information regarding the results and/or determinations of any Bids, Proposals or Quotes please submit a written request to our District Buyers at PurchQuotes@ahschools.us
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Terms and conditions
THE FOLLOWING PROVISIONS WILL BE MADE PART OF THE PURCHASE ORDER CONTRACT, AND VENDOR BY ACCEPTANCE OF AN ORDER AGREES THERETO:
- The District will not be liable for goods furnished without a valid purchase order signed by the Purchasing Manager.
- Detailed invoices must be mailed directly to the Purchasing Department at the Educational Service Center, 2727 North Ferry Street, Anoka, Minnesota, 55303 or emailed to PurchAP@ahschools.us.
- All correspondence, including but not limited to: shipping labels, invoices, and packing lists must clearly indicate the purchase order number.
- No alternation of any of the terms, conditions, delivery, price, quantities, or specifications of this order will be effective without prior written consent of the Purchasing department – or a revised purchase order.
- Attached lists of materials, specifications, or drawings shall form part of this purchase order where references is made thereto.
- Discount period begins upon receipt of invoice, date product is received, or date any applicable discrepancy is resolved, whichever is later. Non-discountable invoices will be paid thirty five (35) days after receipt of invoice, completed delivery of the goods or services or the satisfactory installation, assembly or specified portion thereof, or the receipt of the invoice for the delivery of the goods or services, whichever is later (MN Statute 471.425).
- Vendor must supply right to know information appropriate to this order for OSHA compliance and that any shipment of hazardous materials shall comply with all federal and state regulations and be accompanied by a current material safety data sheet (MSDS).
- The District is exempt from Minnesota State sales tax. Exemption certificate will be furnished upon request.
- By accepting this purchase order you comply that you are neither suspended nor debarred from doing business with the Federal Government.
- If the vendor is unable to fulfill the purchase order under the terms and conditions of this purchase order, the District reserves the right to cancel the order in part or whole and purchase the merchandise on the open market.
- All items and services provided by the vendor must comply in quality, type of materials and methods of manufacture with all applicable local, state and federal laws pertaining thereof.
- All products delivered will be in class "A" quality, with a 100% satisfaction guarantee. The District will not be responsible for any costs related to the delivery of unacceptable or defective items. Should the merchandise be delivered in an unacceptable condition, the District requires the Vendor to provide a return authorization and replacement for the merchandise, in a timely manner.
- The Vendor warrants that the merchandise will conform to the District's description and any applicable specifications shall be of good merchantable quality, free from any defects and fit for the known purpose for which it is sold. This warranty is in addition to any standard warranty or service guarantee given by the Vendor to the District or any warranty provided by law.
- All merchandise shall be delivered to the District warehouse (unless otherwise indicated on the Purchase Order), during business hours, 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Local Time, Monday through Friday, excluding District holidays. Merchandise delivered in packages, cartons or crates are accepted only with the guarantee that upon the removal from such packaging, they are found in first class condition without any defect or they must be removed and replaced without additional charge to the District.
- The vendor agrees to indemnify the District and hold it harmless from and against all liability, loss and expense (including legal fees) for all damages and/or bodily injuries (including death) resulting from the actions, errors, omissions or negligence of the Seller, its directors, officers, employees, agents, contractors or subcontractors, including, but not limited to, any defect in material, any defect in services, workmanship, design of any goods furnished, patent and/or copyright infringements or violations, and/or failure to follow or abide by any and all governing laws, ordinances, codes and regulations.
- Non-appropriation, the District reasonably believes that budgeted funds will be obtained sufficient to make all payments. Continuation of any agreements beyond June 30th of any year is contingent upon appropriation of budgeted funds for payment of that contract. In the event that adequate funds are not so appropriated, the District shall notify the vendor as soon as possible prior to the necessary cancellation and no penalty in any form shall be levied against the District because cancellation of any part or all of the equipment required by failure of appropriation.
July 27, 2021
Request for Quotes
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26020Q Johnsville ES & RTLC Chimney Modifications
Johnsville ES and River Trail Learning Center at L.O. Jacob
PROJECT No. 24076.1 - Anoka Quote No.: 26020Q
REQUEST FOR QUOTATION
Anoka-Hennepin School District 11, Requests Quotations for the Chimney Modifications for Multiple Sites: Johnsville Elementary School and River Trail Learning Center at L.O. Jacob in accordance with the Construction Documents prepared by Armstrong, Torseth, Skold & Rydeen, Inc., Architects and Engineers, 8501 Golden Valley Road, Suite 300, Minneapolis, MN 55427-4414.
Offer a Quotation to provide the work for the above listed Project including associated Architectural and Mechanical work. Refer to enclosed Drawing Sheet(s) and Specifications.
Quotations shall be submitted on enclosed Quotation Form, stating the cost for complete Materials and Labor, and shall be signed. Send via e-mail or hand deliver your Quotation Form directly to purchquotes@ahschool.us on or before October 29, 2025 at 2:00 PM. Please also e-mail Blayne Parkos and Mikaela Fabian a copy of your Quotation Form.
bparkos@atsr.com mfabian@atsr.com
Contractor shall include costs for any permits and inspections in their bid.
A Pre-Quote Walk Thru will be held on October 20, 2025 at 4:00 PM at Johnsville Elementary School, located at 991 125th Avenue Northeast, Blaine, Minnesota 55434. Meet in the front entry lobby. We will travel to each site from there to review the existing conditions.
Refer to enclosed General Requirements for start and completion dates for the Work.
Anoka-Hennepin School District 11 will review the quotations and notify the successful Contractor. The District reserves the right to reject all quotations.
26020Q Johnsville ES & RTLC Chimney Modification Specs
26020Q Johnsville ES & RTLC Chimney Modification Drawings
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26028Q Blaine Early Childhood Center Outlot Site Demolition
ADVERTISEMENT FOR QUOTES
PROJECT IDENTIFICATION: Anoka-Hennepin School District will be receiving quotes for #26028Q – Blaine Early Childhood Center Outlot Site Demolition, in accordance with the Quote Project Manual and Shop Drawings prepared by Mike Kraft Architects, P.A.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Project consists of Building and Site Demolition at 13925 Central Avenue NE, Blaine, Minnesota.
TYPE OF QUOTES: Single Lump Sum Quotes will be received for the Work being included under the Contract.
QUOTE DATE: Quotes must be received on or before October 22, 2025, at 4:00 P.M. Local Time.
DELIVERY OF QUOTES: Quotes shall be emailed to Purchquotes@Ahschools.us with the quote number listed on the Subject line.
PRE-QUOTE MEETING: A non-mandatory Pre- Quote site tour is scheduled for Thursday, October 9, 2025, at 3:00 PM local time at the following address: 13925 Central Ave NE, Blaine, MN 55434
All inquiries concerning this RFQ, including all questions/substitution requests must be submitted via email to PurchQuotes@AHSchools.us by 4:00 PM on October 13, 2025. The district will not be responsible for, nor honor any claims resulting from, or alleged to be the result of misunderstanding by the Vendor. To ensure a transparent bidding process, no phone or in person inquiries will be accepted. It is the Vendor’s responsibility to bring all discrepancies, ambiguities, omissions, or matters that need clarification to the district’s attention. Responses to all questions received will be captured in an addendum, and available to all Vendors no later than October 14, 2025, at 4:00 PM local time.
Quotes may not be withdrawn for sixty (60) days after the scheduled closing time for the receipt of quotes without the consent of the Anoka Hennepin School District. The School Board reserves the right to accept any quote, to reject any or all quotes, to waive irregularities and informalities in the procedures, and to act in its best interest.
WAGE DETERMINATION REQUIREMENTS: Contract is subject to compliance with the applicable Schedule of Prevailing Wages issued by the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry.
RESPONSIBLE CONTRACTOR REQUIREMENTS: Provide all State required Responsible Contractor Forms with your quote.
CERTIFICATION REGARDING DEBARMENT AND SUSPENSION: Provide a signed Debarment form with your quote.
QUOTES REQUESTED BY: Anoka-Hennepin School District
Educational Service Center
Purchasing Office located at:
2727 North Ferry Stret, Entrance #1
Anoka, Minnesota 55303
Tiffany Audette, Director of Purchasing
Quote Number: 26028Q
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26024Q Transportation services for our Alpine Ski teams
Quotes will be received at the Purchasing Department of Anoka-Hennepin School District, 2727 North Ferry Street, Anoka, MN, 55303 until 2:00 p.m. LT on Thursday, October 30, 2025, to services in accordance with the specifications included in this document.
Anoka-Hennepin School District is requesting quotations from qualified vendors to furnish Transportation services for our Alpine Ski teams during the wintertime. The District intends to enter a contract with a single vendor for a period of up to four years.
Preparation and Delivery Response
Quotations may be emailed to purchquotes@ahschools.us with the subject line of
“26024Q” Transportation Services for Alpine Ski Team or be received at the following address
Anoka-Hennepin Independent School District #11
Purchasing Department, Entrance #1
Attn: Tiffany Audette, CPPB
2727 North Ferry Street
Anoka, MN 55303
If delivering in person, please check in with receptionist at Entrance #1.
The quote must be signed by an officer or other employee authorized to submit the quote. Proof of authority of the person submitting the quote must be made available upon request from the District. Responders are strongly encouraged to confirm receipt before the time in which the quote is due.
Additional acceptable delivery methods are listed below:
Emailed
US Postal Service
FedEx, Courier, UPS
Personally hand delivered*
*If delivering in person, please check in with the receptionist at Entrance #1.
Quotes will be due on Thursday, October 30, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. local time.
Request for Bids
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26021B Dayton ES Remodeling & Deferred Maintenance Phase 4
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
PROJECT IDENTIFICATION: Anoka-Hennepin School District will be receiving sealed bids for Bid #26021B - Dayton Elementary School, Remodeling & Deferred Maintenance – Phase 4, in accordance with the Bidding Documents prepared by Armstrong, Torseth, Skold & Rydeen, Inc., Architects and Engineers, 8501 Golden Valley Road, Suite 300, Minneapolis, MN 55427-4414
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Project consists of replacing demountable partitions and deferred maintenance to existing Dayton Elementary School, including associated Architectural, Mechanical, and Electrical Work.
TYPE OF BIDS: Single Lump Sum Bids will be received for the Work being included under the Contract. All three locations will be bid as a Single Lump Sum Bid.
BID DATE: Bids must be received on or before November 6, 2025, at 2:00 P.M. Local Time.
DELIVERY AND OPENING OF BIDS: Bids shall be delivered to and will be opened at the Anoka-Hennepin School District Educational Service Center, Purchasing Office, located at 2727 North Ferry Street, Anoka, Minnesota, Entrance #1. Bids will be opened and read aloud immediately after the specified time of closure for the bidding period. This will be conducted live through the use of the google meet platform. Those interested in attending the bid opening, may do so virtually utilizing the link provided below or calling in.
Google Meet joining info:
Video call link: meet.google.com/ppg-osxz-ime
Or dial: (US) 1 929-324-9215
PIN: 432 789 426#
BID SECURITY: Bids shall be accompanied by bid security, cashier’s check or bid bond, for five percent (5%) of the Base Bid submitted, made payable to Anoka-Hennepin School District.
EXAMINATION OF DOCUMENTS: Bidding Documents, including Drawings, Project Manual and addenda, may be examined at Architects’ office and at following locations:
Minnesota Builders Exchange Franz Reprographics
1123 Glenwood Avenue 2781 Freeway Blvd.
Minneapolis, MN 55405 Brooklyn Center, MN 55430
Telephone Number: 612-381-2620 Telephone Number: 763-503-3401
Fax Number: 612-381-2621 Fax Number: 763-503-3409
PROCUREMENT OF DOCUMENTS BY BIDDERS: A Bidder may view and order bid documents by going to the Franz Reprographics web site at www.franzrepro.com and selecting the Franz Public Plan Room. Please select your project from the list of public projects. Once you have selected the project, please review the Bid Details for information on ordering documents and the cost of the non-refundable purchase price. To receive Bid Notices, Bid Addendums, Construction Bulletins, Shipped Order Confirmations, and Electronic Downloads, for this project, you must place the following email address in your list of Outlook Contacts and indicate that it is a Safe Sender: notice@designbidbuild.net These notifications are sent from this email address. If do not do this, your email server may block the receipt of these notifications. Please contact Franz Reprographics, 763-503-3401, for help accessing the Online Plan Room or ordering non-refundable documents.
Procurement of Addenda: Architect will issue copies of Addenda to Franz Repro to post in the Plan Room and online.
PRE-BID MEETING: A Pre-Bid Meeting for Bidders will be held on October 21, 2025, at 7:00 A.M. Local Time. Participants shall meet at the main entrance of Dayton Elementary School, located at 12000 South Diamond Lake Road, Dayton, Minnesota 55327.
Questions due from Vendors by 2:00 PM LT on October 29, 2025 via email to: PurchQuotes@ahschools.us.
TIME OF COMMENCEMENT AND COMPLETION: Work may commence on June 8, 2026 and Substantially Complete on/before August 14, 2026.
BONDING REQUIREMENTS: Contractor will be required to provide a Performance Bond and a Payment Bond each in an amount of 100 percent of Contract Amount.
WAGE DETERMINATION REQUIREMENTS: Contract is subject to compliance with the applicable Schedule of Prevailing Wages issued by the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry.
RESPONSIBLE CONTRACTOR REQUIREMENTS: Provide all State required Responsible Contractor Forms with your bid.
BIDS REQUESTED BY: Anoka-Hennepin School District
Educational Service Center
Purchasing Office located at:
2727 North Ferry Street, Entrance #1
Anoka, Minnesota 55303
Tiffany Audette, Director of Purchasing
Bid Number: 26021B
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Request for Proposals
Request for Information
Public auction - District surplus
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The Anoka-Hennepin School District recycles supplies and equipment by accepting items that are no longer being used in a school or department and making them available to other district sites. If an item cannot be used within the district, it will be offered to the public through Public Surplus, an online auction service. The sale or disposal of items purchased with school district funds must be done in cooperation with the Manager of Purchasing, in accordance with Minnesota law. This includes, but is not limited to, equipment, furniture, and classroom furnishings. Please contact the Anoka-Hennepin Purchasing Department at 763-506-1300 if you have any questions.
Auctions can be viewed and bid on by visiting PublicSurplus.com and clicking on View All Auctions for Anoka-Hennepin Independent School District.
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Directory
Tiffany Audette, CPPB: Director of Purchasing, 763-506-1306
Brian Marquis: Purchasing Supervisor, 763-506-1302, P-Cards, Fuel Cards, PO Invoices, Order Modifications
Anita McLaughlin: Expediting and receiving orders, order status inquiries, 763-506-1311
Jenny Siebrecht: Process of bids, proposals, quotes and contracts for district purchases, Service Contract processing, training and routing, new vendor requests, vendor information updates, website, and payment processing of public auction sales, 763-506-1301
Ashley Masog: Purchasing software training, PO processing for elementary, middle schools, high schools, and district departments, request for stock quotes, vendor information updates, website, and stock orders, 763-506-1305
Lois Irber: Process of bids, proposals, quotes and contracts for district purchases, Service Contract processing, training and routing, new vendor requests, vendor information updates, 763-506-1303
Molly Kampa-Alsaker: Accounts Payable, For vendors with names starting with A-M. Processing of returns, damages and discrepancies, 763-506-1310
Danielle Palm: Accounts Payable, For vendors with names starting with M-Z. Processing of returns, damages and discrepancies, 763-506-1313
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General emails
The following email addresses may be helpful to you. If you have questions regarding an order that was placed and is in process, an invoice to be paid or would like to request a quote on an item, you may use the following email addresses and your question will be routed to the correct person without you having to spend extra time trying to find the right person to contact.
Questions regarding orders being entered into the purchasing system, or orders already in process will be directed to: Brian, Anita, Jenny, and Ashley/ purchorders@ahschools.us
Inquiries regarding returning merchandise and questions concerning invoices to be paid will be directed to: Brian, Molly, Danielle, and Anita / purchap@ahschools.us
Quote requests and questions on which vendor to use when ordering merchandise will be directed to: Lois and Jenny / purchquotes@ahschools.us
Questions regarding Amazon orders being entered online will be directed to Ashley: amazon@ahschools.us
ESC - Purchasing and Warehouse Department Contacts and Information - Printable Quick Guide
Director of Purchasing
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Tiffany Audette, CPPB
763-506-1306