Preowned School Bus Purchase

Houghton Lake Community Schools is seeking sealed bids for the purchase of two preowned, 77-passenger C-body chassis buses. The buses must meet specific specifications, including a Cummins diesel motor, Thomas Saf-T-Liner C2 model, and various chassis options. The successful bidder will be required to provide a warranty for the buses, including a minimum 3-year, 50,000-mile body warranty. The contract will also require the vendor to maintain adequate insurance and comply with various terms and conditions. Key points to consider: • The buses must meet Michigan Department of Education "Safety Specifications for School Buses" and applicable National "Standards for School Buses and Operations" requirements. • The vendor must provide pricing, references, and other information as part of the bid package. • The district reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to make purchases from other vendors under certain circumstances. • The contract will be awarded based on evaluation factors including bid specifications, pricing, references, and ability to meet the district's schedule and billing system support.