Description
The State of Washington’s Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction is announcing a pre‑procurement meeting for an upcoming Request for School Bus Price Quotations covering the 2026‑27 school year. Vendors will be asked to submit price quotes for a wide range of school‑bus configurations (diesel, gasoline, propane, and electric) spanning small A‑Series buses up to large D‑Series 84‑passenger models, with optional lift equipment and district‑specific accessories. The solicitation timeline runs from the posting on June 4 2026, a specification review meeting on June 29 2026, RFQ issuance on July 10 2026, quote submission deadline August 3 2026, and a vetted vendor list released September 1 2026 for a one‑year performance period (Sept 1 2026 – Aug 31 2027). Vendors must meet detailed technical specifications (axle capacities, battery CCA, LED lighting, wheelchair lift dimensions, etc.) and provide warranty, manuals, and pre‑delivery service documentation.
• Core product: complete school buses (30+ categories) – diesel, gas, propane, and electric options.
• Required compliance: Washington State School Bus Specs Manual, FMVSS 305, and extensive safety/accessibility standards.
• Optional district‑supported items: air‑conditioning, video‑camera systems, fire‑suppression, strobe lights, additional seating configurations, etc., each priced separately.
• Payment terms: net 30 days after delivery; no contract ceiling disclosed, pricing determined by vendor submissions.