# Delaware My Market Place #DOE27003-BUSES

Delaware Department of Education Solicits Bids for 2027 Model School Buses (Various Types and Capacities)

**Posted:** September 28, 2026
**Respond By:** October 29, 2026
**Identifier:** DOE27003-BUSES
**NAICS:** 336211

The Delaware Department of Education is seeking bids for the supply of 2027 model school buses for multiple school districts across the state.
- Government Buyer:
  - Delaware Department of Education, Finance and Operations
- Products Requested:
  - 81 school buses in total, with capacities ranging from 14 to 84 passengers
  - Bus types include regular education, special education, and early childhood education
  - Fuel types: diesel, propane, and gasoline
  - Features include air conditioning, wheelchair lifts, integrated child seats, and various option packages (A-L)
  - Buses must meet detailed technical and safety standards per Appendix D and NSTSP 2025
- Notable Requirements:
  - Delivery required by September 24, 2027
  - Buses must comply with specific safety and technical standards
  - Liquidated damages apply for late delivery
  - Some quantities are contingent on funding
- OEMs:
  - No specific OEMs are named in the solicitation, but leading U.S. school bus manufacturers are expected to compete
- Opportunity is open to all qualified vendors able to supply buses meeting the outlined specifications.

### Description

The solicitation is an Invitation to Bid (ITB) for the procurement of school buses by the Department of Education, State of Delaware. The contract number is 27003-BUSES, and the bid includes various types of school buses with different passenger capacities, fuel types, and special features such as air conditioning and lifts for special education. The solicitation packet includes general provisions, special provisions, technical specifications, bid quotation reply sections, sample reports, and multiple attachments including pricing spreadsheets and bus diagrams. Bids must be submitted by October 29, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern Standard Time.

[View original listing](https://mmp.delaware.gov/Bids/Details/9342)