26-46 School Bus Purchase

Bossier Parish School Board (BPSB) is soliciting a new school bus (2023 model year or newer) that meets a detailed set of performance‑based specifications. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder and will initially run for one year with optional annual renewals up to a total of five years. The vendor must provide the bus, ensure it meets all Louisiana safety and emissions standards, and make the unit available for a pre‑award inspection at the BPSB Transportation Department. The solicitation includes requirements for engine, transmission, brakes, air‑conditioning, safety equipment, lighting, cameras, wheelchair tie‑downs, and a mileage limit of ≤ 50,000 mi. Preference is given to Louisiana‑made products and to vendors located in Bossier Parish.