Georgia Procurement Registry #PE-55065-NONST-2027-000000087

Barrow County Schools Solicits Bids for Up to 40 Type C School Buses Including Wheelchair-Accessible Models

Barrow County Schools is seeking proposals for the purchase of up to 40 Type C passenger school buses, including both standard and wheelchair-accessible models. - Government Buyer: - Barrow County Schools (Barrow County Board of Education), Winder, GA - Products/Services Requested: - Up to 30 units of 72-passenger Type C school buses - Up to 10 units of 54-passenger Type C school buses with flat floors and wheelchair lifts - Buses must include both body and chassis, meeting current State of Georgia and Federal School Bus Specifications - Engines: Minimum 220 HP inline six-cylinder diesel, EPA compliant - Transmissions: Allison 2500 PTS Series automatic - Brakes: Bendix air brake system with ABS - Tires: Must be Goodyear, Michelin, or Continental (OEM or equivalent) - Equipment: Kenwood radios, REI video systems, Synovia tablets - Unique/Notable Requirements: - OEM-provided mechanic training for four mechanics at the customer facility within three months of delivery - Provision of new laptop with OEM diagnostic software (engine, transmission, ABS) or equivalent Jaltest CV kit and rugged PC - All delivery and unloading costs included in proposal price - Buyer may adjust quantities and will consider service locations and parts availability - OEMs/Vendors Mentioned: - No specific bus OEMs named - Tire brands referenced: Goodyear, Michelin, Continental - Equipment brands: Kenwood, REI, Synovia - The buyer reserves the right to select the most advantageous bid and adjust quantities as needed.

Description

This solicitation is for the procurement of 54 and 72 passenger Type C school buses for Barrow County Schools. The bid includes specifications for bus bodies and chassis, with up to 30 units of 72-passenger capacity and up to 10 units of 54-passenger capacity with flat floor and wheelchair lift. The buses must meet current State of Georgia and Federal School Bus Specifications, and the proposal price must include all delivery costs. Proposals are to be submitted via email by August 24, 2026, and the buyer reserves the right to accept or reject bids based on various factors including servicing locations and cost of parts.

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