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School Bus Leasing

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Response Deadline11/16/2026, 08:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract agreement focuses on the leasing of yellow school buses to prime contractors supporting Chicago Public Schools transportation projects. The scope of work includes the provision of both conventional and electric vehicle models, ensuring that all supplied transportation meets rigorous state and federal safety and capacity standards for student transit. The contract is managed under NAICS code 532411 and requires the delivery of a leased fleet ready for daily operational use. Interested parties should note that the solicitation was posted on October 16, 2026, with a response deadline set for November 16, 2026.

General Info

Subcontract for leasing conventional and electric school buses for Chicago Public Schools projects.

Agency

Illinois → Chicago Public Schools

NAICS

532411 - Commercial Air, Rail, and Water Transportation Equipment Rental and Leasing

Place of Performance

IL, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of 26-1456.

The full solicitation package (10 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Student Transportation Services

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Timeline

PostedOct 16

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Response DeadlineNov 16

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Response Deadline

11/16/2026, 08:00:00 PM UTCin 30 days

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AgencyIllinois → Chicago Public Schools

ContactsNo contacts available

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Organization / AgencyIllinois → Chicago Public Schools

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Full Description

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Supplies yellow school buses, including Electric Vehicles (EV) and conventional models, for prime contractors on Chicago Public Schools (CPS) transportation projects. Provides vehicles meeting all state and federal safety and capacity standards for student transportation. Delivers a leased fleet of school buses available for daily operation.

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