Opportunity
North Carolina eVP #73-IFB-00767
Western Carolina University Solicits Bids for Marching Band Transportation Services (2026)
Posted
March 26, 2026
Respond By
April 07, 2026
Identifier
73-IFB-00767
NAICS
485410, 485210
Western Carolina University is seeking transportation services for its marching band travel in 2026: - Government Buyer: - Western Carolina University (State of North Carolina) - Purchasing Specialist: John Hamm - Products/Services Requested: - Passenger road transportation for three specific trips - 10 school buses (44 passengers) for a day trip to Enka High School, Candler, NC - 9 coach buses (56 passengers) for a day trip to East Lincoln High School, Lincolnton, NC - 9 coach buses (56 passengers) for a multi-day trip to JW Marriott Hotel, Indianapolis, IN - Vendors may bid on individual trips; multiple awards are possible - No specific OEMs or bus manufacturers are named; bidders must provide suitable school and coach buses - Notable Requirements: - Compliance with state and federal employment and non-discrimination laws - Vendors must be registered and in good standing with North Carolina - Bids must be submitted in accordance with university instructions (no electronic bids) - Use of the federal E-Verify system for employee work authorization - Place of Performance: - Enka High School (Candler, NC) - East Lincoln High School (Lincolnton, NC) - JW Marriott Hotel (Indianapolis, IN)
Description
Western Carolina University is soliciting bids for transportation services related to the travel of its marching band. The procurement involves passenger road transportation services to support the band's travel needs. Bidders must submit their proposals according to the instructions provided, and electronic bids are not permitted. The bid opening is scheduled for April 7, 2026, and inquiries should be directed to the university's purchasing specialist.