Award Cancellation.pdf

This is a Notice of Cancellation issued by the State Fiscal Accountability Authority's Division of Procurement Services on behalf of Denmark Technical College regarding Solicitation 5400028578 for a Coach Transit Bus Purchase. The original solicitation, issued on August 6, 2025, sought the procurement of one pre-owned Type C Diesel engine coach transit bus capable of accommodating a minimum of 54 passengers. The solicitation required the bus to have a chassis no older than 2019 model year with maximum mileage of 100,000 miles and specified full compliance with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards and 2015 National Congress on Pupil Transportation Specifications. The original bid submission deadline was August 29, 2025, at 11:00 AM EST, with an anticipated award date of September 30, 2025. The solicitation was cancelled effective September 23, 2025, prior to award notification.

The cancellation was authorized under Section 19-445.2065(B)(1)(b) and (h) of the South Carolina Code of Regulations, specifically citing revised specifications and the determination that cancellation is in the best interest of the State. Procurement Officer Bryana McCain documented that specifications have been revised for Solicitation 5400028578, and the State of South Carolina may resolicit the opportunity with new specifications at a future date. The cancellation occurred after bid opening but prior to award issuance, in accordance with applicable state procurement regulations.