IFB 123-1-8-2 Surplus Used Devices (Hotspots)

The School District of Pickens County issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) to sell surplus used hotspot devices. After a public Q&A period, bids were opened on July 26, 2023, and the contract was awarded to Top Wireless Wholesalers, LLC on July 28, 2023. The sale includes over 1,100 used cellular hotspot units of various makes (AT&T Netgear, Verizon Orbic, Verizon Jetpack, etc.), all sold “as‑is, where‑is” with the buyer responsible for pickup and transport. Bidders were required to submit a sealed paper bid plus a flash‑drive copy, and the bid price had to incorporate the 7 % South Carolina sales tax. The district retained the right to reject any or all bids and required the winning vendor to pick up the equipment within 60 days of award. No contract value or performance schedule was disclosed in the public documents. • Devices sold: ~1,195 used hotspot units (multiple models, varying condition). • Procurement method: Open competition IFB with sealed‑paper submission; award based on lowest responsive bid. • Awarded vendor: Top Wireless Wholesalers, LLC (single‑source award). • Key terms: “as‑is” sale, buyer handles pickup, 7 % sales tax included, 90‑day offer validity, 60‑day pick‑up window.