Opportunity
Springfield Public Schools Ionwave #26-086
Springfield R-12 School District Solicits Bids for 2027 Model Year 69-Passenger Diesel School Buses
Posted
April 08, 2026
Respond By
May 06, 2026
Identifier
26-086
NAICS
336611
The School District of Springfield R-12 in Missouri is seeking bids for the purchase of new school buses for the 2027 model year. - Government Buyer: - School District of Springfield R-12, Purchasing Department - OEMs and Vendors Mentioned: - No specific OEMs named; required bus engine is Cummins ISB B6.7 EPA 2026, and transmission is Allison 2500 Series - Products/Services Requested: - 7 units of 69-passenger diesel school buses (2027 model year) - Must include Cummins ISB B6.7 EPA 2026 engine - Allison 2500 Series 6-speed automatic transmission - Detailed safety, comfort, and electrical features per district specifications - Optional: Luggage compartment (114 x 24 x 22 inches, right side, with gas struts and lock) - Trade-in consideration for four 2024 International Integrated CE buses - Local warranty and service work, including: - Night and weekend service - Pickup and delivery of running buses at no cost - Full service mobile technician onsite - Parts consignment with daily delivery - 3-day manufacturing plant tour and training for district technicians - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Buses must be manufactured to strict district specifications - Written warranty required; warranty period begins upon certification by Missouri State Highway Patrol - Delivery required by Spring 2027 to the district's Transportation Center - Bidders must demonstrate engineering facilities and experience in manufacturing school buses - Compliance with federal work authorization (E-Verify) for service-related portions - All questions and bids must be submitted via the district's e-bid system - Substitute W-9 Plus form required (standard W-9 not accepted)
Description
The School District of Springfield R-12 is soliciting bids for school buses through an Invitation for Bid process. Bidders must respond online via the e-bid system by May 6, 2026. The solicitation includes detailed requirements such as performance criteria, warranty information, and compliance with federal work authorization. The district emphasizes that all questions must be directed through the e-bidding system and that late responses will not be accepted.