AUTO, TRUCK PARTS & SUPPLIES

Columbus City Schools is issuing an Invitation to Bid (ITB #948-2701) for a market‑basket of automotive and truck parts and supplies to be used for the 2026‑2027 fiscal year. The district will award the contract to the lowest overall complete bid, with the possibility of splitting line items among multiple vendors. Vendors must submit unit prices for each listed part, include delivery costs in the unit price, and be able to deliver within 24 hours of order. The bid schedule is effective July 1 2026 through June 30 2027, with a one‑year term and optional two‑year extensions. Electronic submission is required through the Columbus City Schools Public Purchase system. • Bid Number: 948‑2701 (ITB) • Start/End of bidding: Oct 9 2026 – Oct 20 2026 (EDT) • Scope: Individual pricing for a detailed list of auto parts (bulbs, filters, sealers, etc.) • Delivery: ≤ 24 hours, delivery cost embedded in unit price • Warranty: Must be provided; starts upon installation • Award: Lowest overall complete bid; may be split among vendors • Contract term: 1 year (July 1 2026‑June 30 2027) with up to two extensions • Submission: Electronic only, via Public Purchase system • Contact: Karen Renell (Bid Contact)