Annual School Bus Inspections, Maintenance, and Repairs

The Aiken County Public School District is seeking qualified contractors to provide comprehensive annual inspections, preventative maintenance, diagnostic services, and repair services for its fleet of District-owned activity buses on an as-needed basis throughout South Carolina. The solicitation, identified as B2027-0001, was posted on August 5, 2026, and requires all bids to be submitted by the deadline of September 2, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. Contractors must be capable of meeting state-mandated safety standards and delivering timely, reliable services to ensure the operational integrity of the school buses. All work is to be performed within South Carolina, and bidders are expected to demonstrate experience in school transportation vehicle maintenance and a proven ability to comply with regulatory requirements. Cyndi Storey serves as the primary point of contact for inquiries related to this solicitation and can be reached via email at cstorey@acpsd.net. There is no specific set-aside designation for this contract, and it is open to all eligible contractors under the state and local education (SLED) procurement framework. Contractors are encouraged to review the official solicitation through the provided online portal to understand detailed requirements, submission protocols, and evaluation criteria. The District emphasizes quality service, adherence to safety protocols, and operational efficiency as critical factors in selecting a vendor.