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Chesapeake Public Schools·Virginia

Lease Purchase Agreement - School Buses

Closes 9/4/2026$3.5M – $5.5MInvitation for Bid
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The Chesapeake Public Schools District is seeking qualified, licensed, and insured vendors to provide a lease‑purchase financing arrangement for thirty‑five (35) new school buses. The buses will be delivered new, meet all federal, state and local safety codes, and the financing will be structured as a ten‑year pay‑back term. Bids must be submitted electronically by September 4, 2026, with all specifications, pricing (lump‑sum or per‑unit), bonding, and compliance certifications included. The District will award the contract to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with preference given to local firms, and expects contract execution shortly after award. • 35 new school buses, latest model, standard‑spec, certified to code • 10‑year lease‑purchase financing term (pay‑back) • Mandatory electronic submission via OpenGov e‑Bidding portal • Bonds required for bids ≥ $100,000 (5 % bid bond, performance & labor‑material bonds) • Award anticipated September 28, 2026; contract duration 10 years • Vendor must provide certifications (immigration, criminal background, insurance, etc.)

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Contact

Keith Jones(Procurement Contact)

[email protected]

(757) 547-0265

Key dates

Opened
8/25/2026
Questions due
8/31/2026
Closes
9/4/2026
Projected award
9/28/2026
Duration
10 years

Last updated

Details

Type
Invitation for Bid
Industry
Transportation and Public Transit
NAICS
485991
Solicitation №
16-2627

Budget estimate

$3,500,000 – $5,500,000

The contract value is not disclosed, but a typical new school bus costs roughly $120,000 – $150,000. Multiplying by 35 buses yields a total equipment cost of $4.2 million – $5.25 million. Since the solicitation is for a lease‑purchase (financing) arrangement over ten years, the district will likely pay the full purchase price plus financing charges (approximately 1 % per month capped). Assuming a modest financing markup, the total contract value could range from $4.5 million to $5.5 million. This estimate accounts for variations in bus specifications, optional accessories, and financing terms.

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