DCSD27-007 School Buses

The Douglas County Board of Education has issued Invitation to Bid 27-007 for the procurement of twenty-one 83/84-passenger regular education school buses. The solicitation, posted on September 8, 2026, requires bids to be submitted via the Euna/Bonfire portal by October 15, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. EST. The contract period runs from the date of award through June 30, 2027, with the possibility of four one-year extensions. Award decisions will be based on price, past service, reference responses, and adherence to specifications. All vehicles must comply with the 2019 Georgia School Bus Specifications, including specific requirements for Diamond Grade reflective marking tape and DVR systems with panic-button marking capabilities. Deliverables include a five-year, 150,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty and a five-year towing warranty. Delivery is quoted F.O.B. to Douglasville, Georgia, and is subject to a pre-delivery inspection by district officials at the vendor's location. Late deliveries are subject to a penalty of 500 dollars per day per unit. Respondents must provide comprehensive documentation, including a Non-Collusion Certificate, vendor information with DUNS number, and proof of insurance with a minimum of 1 million dollars per person and occurrence for general liability. Strict conduct requirements are in place for vendor personnel, including a mandatory drug and alcohol policy, professional dress codes, and restrictions on interacting with students and staff. Bids must remain valid for 90 days following the opening date.