ESBD_File_344248_RFQ 24-010S School Buses.pdf

REQUEST FOR QUOTES

FOR

School Buses

Solicitation # Q24-010S

Issued By:

Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City Independent School District

Closing Date:

2:00 PM

December 20, 2023

The SCUCISD is accepting Quotes to provide school buses in accordance with the specifications, terms, and conditions, contained in this Solicitation.

ADDENDA TO RFQ. SCUCISD reserves the right to revise and amend the specifications prior to the date set for the receipt of proposals. Respondents are requested to clarify any ambiguity, conflict, discrepancy, omission or other error(s) in the RFQ in writing. Revisions or amendments, if any, will be made by issuing an addendum. Every effort will be made to send addenda issued to the parties known to have been furnished a complete copy of the RFQ. It is the responsibility of each Contractor, prior to submitting the Proposal, to contact the Purchasing Department to determine if addenda were issued and, if so, to obtain such addenda for attachment to the Proposal. Register online at https://scucisd.procureware.com to receive any addenda, submit questions or comments concerning this solicitation.

For Further Information Contact:

SCUCISD Purchasing & Supply Department Attn: Aaron Miranda

1056 Elbel Road, Schertz, TX 78154

PH: 210-945-6223

FX: 210-945-6251

Email: Amirand@scuc.txed.net https://scucisd.procureware.com/ mailto:Amirand@scuc.txed.net

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION 1 – INSTRUCTIONS

SECTION 2 – SPECIFICATIONS

SECTION 3 – EVALUATION CRITERIA AND SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 4 – GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS

SECTION 5 – REQUIRED FORMS

Call to Action

Through high quality and student-centered learning experiences, students will leave SCUC confident, empowered, and prepared with the skills to pursue their individual passions.

Values

Leadership, Character, Commitment, Service, Learning

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SECTION 1 - INSTRUCTIONS

1. PROPOSAL SUBMISSION: To be considered, the proposal must be prepared in the manner and detail specified in this proposal.

a. Proposals should be prepared in such a way as to provide a straightforward, concise delineation of capabilities to satisfy the requirements of the RFQ. Extensive binding, colored displays, promotional materials, etc., are not necessary or desired. Emphasis should be concentrated on conformance and clarity of content.

b. Bids/Proposals will be received electronically via our ProcureWare electronic marketplace at https://scucisd.procureware.com until December 20, 2023, 2:00 PM, local time.

c. QUESTIONS: Questions regarding this RFQ must be submitted in via https://scucisd.procureware.com on or before December 15, 2023 at 11:00 AM.

d. PRE-PROPOSAL MEETING: Not Applicable

e. PROPOSAL GUARANTEE: Not Applicable

f. NUMBER OF COPIES: Unless submitted via our electronic marketplace, ProcureWare, responses may be submitted via email to Amiranda@scuc.txed.net.

g. Proposal submissions received late, unsigned, or in locations other than as stated in this solicitation will be returned without consideration.

h. The Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City Independent School District will not be bound to accept the lowest or any Proposal and reserves the right to accept or reject in whole or in part, any and all Proposals, to negotiate portions thereof, and to waive any minor informality.

i. All costs incurred in the preparation and submission of the RFQ response shall be borne solely by the Vendor. Where Vendors may be required to perform a presentation, give demonstrations, and provide samples and/or technical literature, or participate in any interview process as related to this solicitation, all costs shall be borne by the Vendor.

j. Any Proposals submitted in response to this Request for Proposal will become irrevocable upon the closing time and remain open for acceptance for ninety (90) days from the closing date whether or not another RFQ has been accepted.

k. SCUCISD is part of a multi-member purchasing alliance. Please see General Terms and Conditions – Central Texas Purchasing Alliance (CTPA) Adoption Clause for additional information.

l. Submission of a Proposal shall be construed to mean that the Vendor agrees to carry out all of the conditions set forth in this document. Any proposed variation from the specifications, terms and conditions shall be clearly identified. Please provide details of any non-compliance with stated conditions on the deviation summary section provided on the Exceptions form Attachment D. If no changes are indicated, the District shall expect to receive the service(s) exactly as specified.

m. The Solicitation Forms provided must be used. Failure to follow these instructions may cause a Proposal to be determined as non-responsive and the Proposal rejected. The above information must be clear and concise.

n. The District reserves the right to select any offer it deems the best value, regardless of price.

2. RFQ CLARIFICATION: Questions regarding this RFQ should be submitted via https://scucisd.procureware.com. Answers citing the question will be distributed simultaneously to all known prospective offerors through Procureware. Oral answers provided by SCUCISD or its agents shall not be binding. No modification or amendment to this Request for Proposal shall be valid unless it is set forth in https://scucisd.procureware.com/

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3. PROPOSER RESPONSIBILITY: We expect you to be thoroughly familiar with all specifications and requirements of this RFQ. Your failure or omission to examine any relevant form, article, site or document will not relieve you, as a contractor, from any obligation regarding this RFQ. By submitting a Response, you are presumed to concur with all terms, conditions and specifications of this RFQ. Any exception must be clearly defined and referenced to the proper paragraph in this Solicitation. Objections we consider excessive or affecting vital terms may reduce or eliminate your prospects for an award.

4. COMPLETENESS: Proposal shall be completed in all respects as indicated. A Proposal may be rejected if it is conditional or incomplete, or it contains irregularities of any kind.

5. FALSE/MISLEADING STATEMENTS: Proposals that contain false or misleading statements, or which provide references that do not support an attribute or capability of the proposed system or service may be rejected. If in the opinion of the District, such information was intended to mislead the District in its evaluation of the Proposal and the attribute, condition, or capability as a requirement of the RFQ, the Proposal shall be rejected.

6. PROPOSAL SIGNATURE: The Proposal must be signed by an individual who is authorized to bind the responding firm contractually. The signature should indicate the title or position that the individual holds in the firm. Firms who sign their contracts with the name of the firm must provide the name of the corporate officer for signature validation by the District. An unsigned Proposal shall be rejected.

7. AWARD: SCUCISD will award to the contractor(s) who presents the greatest value, in our view, to SCUCISD from the standpoint of suitability to purpose, quality, service, previous experience, price, ability to deliver, or for any other reason deemed by the District to be in the best interest of SCUCISD. Thus, the result will not be determined by price alone but by the applicable criteria as listed under EVALUATION CRITERIA.

8. PRECEDENCE: In the event of contradictions or conflicts between the provisions of the documents comprising the Contract, they will be resolved by giving precedence in the following order:

1. the provisions of the Contract (as it may be amended);

2. the provisions of the RFQ (as it may be supplemented).

3. the provisions of the Contractors Response (as it may be clarified);

9. CONTRACT PERIOD: The District intends to award the vendor(s) that can supply the requested vehicles in the most cost-effective manner with consideration to delivery time.

10. SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Following is a list of projected dates/times with respect to this RFQ.

RFQ Release Date December 8, 2023, 2:00 PM Final Questions Accepted December 15, 2023, 11:00 AM Proposals Due / Bid Closing December 20, 2023, 2:00 PM

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SECTION 2 - SPECIFICATIONS AND SCOPE OF WORK

OVERVIEW: Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City ISD (SCUCISD) is accepting Proposals to purchase four (4) Type C Texas Specification 77 Passenger Yellow School Buses. Exact quantities will be dictated by unit pricing. The buses must meet Texas School Bus Specifications effective July 30, 2018, or subsequent current published specifications at the time of manufacture.

Buses are to be “Standard Model” as defined by applicable state specifications with the exceptions of the specific options listed below. “Stock Buses” as defined and permitted by state specifications may be acceptable dependent upon options installed. Include standard warranty coverage and timeline information for each chassis, body, and engine/transmission combination. Required options are listed below.

Please note: Looking for available quantity stock units on the ground in stock painted yellow chassis and bodies meeting the attached specifications, to be delivered by 7/31/24 if specifications are different than specified please note differences on the bid and if units need to be built please specify the estimated build date and delivery date.

SPECIFICATIONS / SCOPE OF WORK

1. Type C 77 Passenger School Bus with Air Conditioning & Heater Quantity: 4

A. 77 Passengers B. Air Conditioning and heater (front and rear) C. Cummins diesel engine (Minimum 220HP @ 520LBS torque) D. S2500 Allison Transmission.

E. Wheel Base (276”) F. Plywood floor to be screwed down.

G. Tachometer.

H. 16 Gauge side sheet on body I. 78” Headroom J. Strobe Light on the back K. National High Back Air Ride driver seat L. All seats equipped with (3) three point seat belts.

M. Interior Upholstery (COLOR GRAY) N. Fuel Tank Capacity (100 Minimum) O. Cruise Control.

P. Air Door, 32” Clear Door Opening.

Q. Hour Meter Package.

R. Battery Tray Mounted on Nylon Rollers and easy access outside fuse panel below driver’s window.

S. Battery kill switch.

T. Tinted glass U. White roof (POLYURETHANE PAINT) V. Alternator (325 AMP) W. Child Left Behind System (sleeping child monitor/alarm).

X. Electric Stop Arm (DUAL SYSTEM) with LED strobing lights and 8 way flashers.

Y. Motorist alert display on back door.

Z. Lighted “SCHOOL BUS” signage front and back.

AA. Third brake light installed in the middle of the rear bumper.

BB. Windshield wipers to be bottom mounted for maximum visibility.

CC. Hand Throttle (FAST IDLE).

DD. Air Brakes with Auto Slack Adjusters (ABS).

EE. Front Vandal Lock system FF. 8 Lamp door open and close.

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GG. Single point of warranty for complete unit.

HH. Threaded body construction and full perforated ceiling.

II. Air Ride suspension

JJ. AM-FM-PA-CD.

KK. District name installed-SCHERTZ-CIBOLO-UNIVERSAL CITY ISD LL. UHF 2-Way Radio system Motorola CM200D 40 WATT RADIO, (AAM01QPC9JA1_N) mounted with all necessary equipment. Programming included (bearcom).

MM. Zonar GPS system with panic button and ZPass scanner installed (programming included).

NN. Angel Trax –– Latest 8 CAMERA SYSTEM/MDVR

a. V12 (or newer) 8-Channels D1/WD,1080P

b. One (1) 2.5” SATA hard drive and one (1) optional solid-state SD card

c. 1TB (standard) up to 2TB (capable) (optional) 128GB SD card up to 512GB

d. Five (5) year limited warranty

e. 8-Camera system: V862HC-Recorder- easy access to hard drive, HD3600 facing exterior through windshield, HD1700V-over the driver’s head facing the front door, HD1700V-Driver side middle in between rows 2 and 3, HD1700V-Driver side middle in between rows 7 and 8, HD 1700V-passenger door side middle in between rows 4 and 5, HD 1700V-passenger door side middle in between rows 10 and 11, IP400V front to rear, HD2100 rear to front.

OO. Maintenance-Software/Manuals for reference (If required) PP. Delivery time before 07/31/2024

SECTION 3 - EVALUATION CRITERIA AND SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS

1. EVALUATION: The following will be considered in making the selection: The Proposals will be evaluated at the sole and absolute discretion of the District and its designees. The District shall consider the following criteria and weights:

• Proposed Pricing

• Experience and Qualifications

• Proposed Plan

• References

a. Each proposal submitted in response to this RFQ shall focus on the above criteria. The Evaluation shall also consider those factors listed in TEC 44.031 (b) listed elsewhere in this solicitation. Proposals will be evaluated equally and fairly; no preference will be given to any Proposer based solely on previous experience with the District or to an incumbent thereof. The District reserves the right to make additional inquiries and may request the submission of additional information.

b. All Applicants must be an awarded vendor of the following purchasing cooperatives to be eligible for consideration:

• 1GPA

• Pace Purchasing Cooperative

• 2013 Purchasing Cooperative

• BuyBoard

• DIR

• Omnia Partners

• Choice Partners

• GSA

• Purchasing Solutions Alliance

• Allied States Cooperative

• TX Smartbuy

• TIPS

• TETPC (ESC 1)

• NCPA

• Purchasing Cooperative of America

• Central Texas Purchasing Alliance

(CTPA)

• Texas 20 Purhcasing Cooperative

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• Equalis Group, LLC.

• Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing

Program

• GoodBuy (ESC 2)

• TexBuy (ESC 16)

• EPIC6 (ESC 6)

• 791 Purchasing Cooperative

• E&I Cooperative Services

END OF SECTION

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SECTION 4 - GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS

1. BILLING AND PAYMENT: District standard terms will be Net 30 days; however, Proposers may offer a prompt payment discount in their original Proposal response such as 2% / 10 days - Net 30. Payment will be made, in arrears, in accordance with Texas Prompt Payment Act, Texas Gov’t Code 2251.

2. EVALUATION OF PROPOSALS: Proposal evaluation will be done based on the information provided by the Offeror. It is very important that the Offeror provide all required information as part of their Proposal. Failure to provide necessary information and documentation could result in the Proposal being rejected.

3. EVALUATION CRITERIA: The Proposals will be evaluated at the sole and absolute discretion of the Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City Independent School District and its designees. The District shall consider the following criteria.

(1) the purchase price;

(2) the reputation of the vendor and of the vendor's goods or services;

(3) the quality of the vendor's goods or services;

(4) the extent to which the goods or services meet the District's needs;

(5) the vendor's past relationship with the District;

(6) the total long-term cost to the District to acquire the vendor's goods or services; [and]

(7) for a contract for goods and services, other than goods and services related to telecommunications and information services, building construction and maintenance, or instructional materials, whether the vendor or the vendor's ultimate parent company or majority owner:

(a) has its principal place of business in this state; or

(b) employs at least 500 persons in this state; and

(8) any other relevant factor specifically listed in the request for bids or proposals.

4. APPLICABILITY: These conditions are applicable and form a part of the contract documents in each supply and/or service contract and are a part of the terms of each purchase order for items of equipment and/or service included in the specifications and solicitation forms issued herewith. Any resulting contract shall include this solicitation, and Proposal received.

5. PROPOSAL RESPONSE: Unless otherwise specified, Offerors are required to submit an executed original of the Proposal. Proposal response must contain:

a. Signed; Proposal Form

b. Vendor Questionnaire

c. Proposal Pricing

d. Exceptions to the Solicitation

e. Felony Conviction Notice Form

f. Conflict of Interest Form. Local Government Code Chapter 176 imposes disclosure / reporting obligations on vendors. Please complete and return Conflict of Interest Questionnaire Form CIQ if a conflict exists.

See https://www.ethics.state.tx.us/data/forms/conflict/CIQ.pdf for information.

g. EDGAR Requirements

h. Any additional documents required by the Solicitation.

6. THOSE WHO DO NOT PROPOSE are requested to notify the SCUCISD Purchasing Department in writing if they wish to receive future Proposals. Failure to do so may result in their being deleted from our prospective Bidders list.

7. DISCLOSURES: By signing this Proposal, a Vendor affirms that he/she has not given, offered to give, nor intends to give at any time hereafter any economic opportunity, future employment, gift, loan, gratuity, special discount, trip, favor or service to a public servant in connection with the Proposal submitted.

https://www.ethics.state.tx.us/data/forms/conflict/CIQ.pdf

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8. INTERLOCAL AGREEMENTS: Interlocal Agreements with other School Districts through the Central Texas Purchasing Alliance

a. Membership. SCUCISD is a member in good standing of the Central Texas Purchasing Alliance (CTPA / txctpa.org), an alliance of over 100 school districts in Texas representing over 1.5 million students, sharing information, services and contractual opportunities. CTPA is an alliance created in accordance with Section 791.001 of the Texas Government Code through interlocal agreements.

b. Adoption of Awarded Contracts. In support of this collaborative effort, all awards made by SCUCISD may be adopted by other active CTPA member districts. By adopting a contract from another CTPA member district, the adopting district has met the competitive bidding requirements established by the Texas Education Code, Section 44.031(a)(4) and as required by the adopting district’s policies. There is no obligation on either party to participate unless both parties agree. The goods and services provided under the contract will be at the same or better contract pricing and purchasing terms established by the originating district.

c. Adopted Contract Management. The adopting district shall be responsible for the management of the new contract and all payments to the contracted vendor. The originating district shall have no responsibilities under the new contract agreement.

9. FUNDING OUT CLAUSE. MULTI-YEAR ACQUISITION: Any contract for the acquisition, including lease, of real or personal property is a commitment of the District’s current revenue only:

a. The District retains the continuing right to terminate the contract at the expiration of each budget period during the term of the contract.

b. It is the Districts intent to execute a contract for the longest period providing the lowest total cost to the district. Any resultant contract is conditioned on a best efforts attempt by the District to obtain and appropriate funds for payment of the contract.

10. CONTRACTS FOR PURCHASE will be put into effect by means of a purchase order(s) executed by the

Director of Purchasing or designee after contract award.

a. Any additional agreements/contracts to be signed by SCUCISD shall be included with the Proposal.

b. Prices for all goods and/or services shall be negotiated to a firm amount for the duration of this contract or as agreed to in terms of time frame.

11. ASSIGNMENTS AND SUBCONTRACTING: No part of this agreement may be assigned or subcontracted without the prior written consent of the Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City Independent School District’s Purchasing Director. Payment can only be made to the Contractor named in this agreement.

12. PUBLIC RECORD: All Proposals become the property of the District. As a governmental entity the Public

Information Act, formerly known as the Open Records Act, applies to this solicitation. Accepted Proposals and any subsequent award become public records. Proprietary material must be clearly marked as such. Pricing and service elements of the successful proposal will not be considered proprietary information.

13. CHANGES: This Contract shall not be modified, altered, or changed except by mutual consent confirmed in writing by an authorized representative of each party to this Contract. The Director of Purchasing or designee shall administer this contract on behalf of the District. The Vendor agrees to waive all claims for adjustment in regard to any services performed without prior receipt of an appropriate written Change Order. The SCUCISD Purchasing department shall review, approve and process all changes.

14. INDEMNITY: Vendor shall indemnify and hold harmless the SCUCISD and its Board of Trustees, officers, agents, employees from all suits, actions, losses, damages, claims or liability of any character, type or description, including but not limited to, all expenses of litigation, court cost, penalties, and attorney's fees the SCUCISD incurs defending any action, suit, or claim form any source whatsoever and any of any kind or nature arising directly or indirectly on the part of vendor, its agents, servants, employees, contractors, and supplies, out of the operation under this agreement.

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15. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR: The parties intend that the Contractor, in performing the specified services, will act as an independent contractor and must have control of the work and the manner in which it is performed. The Contractor will be free to contract for similar services to be performed for other employers while Contractor is under contract with District. The Contractor is not to be considered an agent or employee of District and is not entitled to participate in any pension plans, bonus, stock, or similar benefits that District provides for its employees. The District and Contractor agree that the Contractor is not covered under any District insurance policy, including but not limited to the District’s liability, property and casualty, or workers’ compensation insurance policies. The District shall not deduct Federal Income Taxes, FICA (Social Security) or any other taxes required to be deducted by an employer, as this is the responsibility of the Contractor.

16. TERMINATION: Any resulting contract may be terminated by the District at any time with or without cause and without penalty to the District. In the event of termination by the District prior to completion of the contract, compensation shall be prorated on the services actually performed, and the Contractor shall only be entitled to receive compensation for satisfactory work completed up to the date of termination.

17. CANCELLATION: Buyer shall have the right to cancel for default all or any part of the undelivered portion of this order if Seller breaches any of the terms hereof including warranties of Seller or if the Seller becomes insolvent or commits acts of bankruptcy. Such right of cancellation is in addition to and not in lieu of any other remedies which Buyer may have in law or equity.

18. NON-PERFORMANCE: Whenever, in the opinion of the District, the work is neglected by the Contractor, the District may request to have the Contractor bring additional labor, materials, and supplies into the work. If the Contractor fails to correct the unsatisfactory condition(s) within five (5) working days, the Contractor shall be advised of so in writing. The District shall have no obligation to give the Contractor more than two (2) notices of unsatisfactory performance during the contract period; and, should the Contractor again fail to perform the services pursuant to the contract, the District may declare the contract in default, terminate the contract, and contract with another.

a. In the event of default by Contractor, the District shall be liable only for payment of those services performed and accepted prior to the date of termination.

19. CHANGES TO PROPOSAL: The District retains the right to negotiate changes in a Proposal by any offeror, and to reject any or all Proposals if none of the submissions are responsive to its needs.

20. CHANGES IN REQUIREMENTS: Should the District, at any time during the progress of said work, request any alterations, deviations, additions, or omissions from the said agreement, specifications, or plans, it shall be at liberty to do so. And the same shall in no way affect or make void the agreement, but will be added to or deducted from the amount of said agreement price as the case may be, by a fair and reasonable valuation subject to the mutual agreement of both parties.

21. UNRESTRICTED QUANTITIES: The District is not limited to purchase all or any of its requirements from any contract resulting from this solicitation/award.

22. DELIVERIES required in this solicitation shall be freight prepaid F.O.B. DESTINATION and prices shall include all freight, delivery charges for a total cost delivered.

23. DISMISSAL OF UNSATISFACTORY EMPLOYEES: If any person employed by the Contractor or any subcontractor fails or refuses to carry out the directions of the District representative, or is, in the opinion of the District representative, incompetent, unfaithful, intemperate, or disorderly; or uses threatening or abusive language to any person at the facility; or if otherwise unsatisfactory, he/she shall be removed from the work immediately, and shall not again be employed on the work except upon consent of the District representative.

24. VENUE: This Agreement shall be governed by the law of the State of Texas without regard to the choice-of-law rules of any jurisdiction. Venue shall be in Guadalupe County, Texas. No provision of this Agreement shall waive any immunity or defense. No provision of this Agreement is a consent to suit.

25. NOTICE: Any notice required by or permitted under this Agreement must be made in writing. Any notice required by this Agreement will be deemed to be delivered (whether actually received or not) when deposited with the United States Postal Service, postage prepaid, certified mail, return receipt requested, and addressed to the intended recipient at the address shown in this Agreement. Notice may also be given by

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26. CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK: All Contractors, who have a contract for services, have continuing duties related to the contract and have direct contact with students must certify to the district that it has received all criminal history information on covered employees pursuant to Texas Education Code Chapter 22, Subchapter C prior to performing the services for the District. This is an all or nothing test. If all three criteria are met then the criminal history review is mandatory. The cost of the review shall be paid by Contractor. Covered employees with disqualifying criminal histories are prohibited from serving at a school district. The Contractor selected may also be required to provide a list of personnel who will be assigned to do the work. When requested this information must be furnished within twenty-four (24) hours, and shall apply to any new personnel due to employee turnover.

a. The District reserves the right to review the personal background and conduct security clearances on the

Contractor’s assigned personnel. The Contractor shall certify that all employees assigned to work under the contract have successfully passed a criminal background check, prior to assignment. The Contractor shall cooperate with the District authorities and shall comply with all regulations in effect during the contract period.

b. Upon the request of the District, the successful bidder maybe required to provide the names of all persons who may be assigned to do the work on the contract for the purpose of completing a criminal background check. The following information shall be provided with each name to the District: date of birth, Texas driver’s license number, and current address,

c. Any person or persons not acceptable to the District shall be prohibited from working on the contract.

27. DISCLOSURE OF INTERESTED PARTIES: A Successful offeror shall provide a signed 1295 Form upon request before any award of contract by our Board of Trustees. The Texas Legislature adopted House Bill 1295 in 2015. HB 1295 added Section 2252.908 to the Government Code. Under this law, any business entity that enters into a contract with SCUCISD that requires the approval of the Board of Trustees must submit a “Disclosure of Interested Parties” to the District prior to the execution of the contract. This form, the “Disclosure of Interested Parties” form was promulgated by the Texas Ethics Commission, and is the “Form 1295”. A Sample Form can be found on our Purchasing Department website under Vendors and Contractors.

For additional information the Texas Ethics Commission’s website is: www.ethics.state.tx.us. The area of their website pertaining to Form 1295 is: www.ethics.state.tx.us/whatsnew/elf_info_form1295.htm.

Fix links to forms, then finalized 2/18/22

28. TEXAS DATA PRIVACY AGREEMENT: A Successful offeror shall provide a Student Data Privacy Agreement upon notification of award. The Texas Student Privacy Alliance created a Common Student Data Privacy Agreement, which shall be used by all member schools when implementing any online application. By adopting such an agreement all vendors and schools have common expectations when entering into a relationship or implementation without having to renegotiate terms in every new instance. All vendors handling student data are expected to complete the agreement. A Sample Form can be found on our Purchasing Department website under Student Data Privacy Agreement.

29. DISPUTE RESOLUTION: The laws of the State of Texas shall govern this agreement and performance hereunder. The District and Contractor shall, as a condition precedent to filing any lawsuit arising from performance of this Agreement, endeavor to resolve all claims, disputes, and other matters in question between them by mediation.

a. Request for mediation shall be in writing, and shall request that the mediation commence not less than 30 or more than 90 days following the date of the request, except upon agreement of both parties.

b. In the event the District and the Contractor are unable to agree to a date for the mediation or to the identity of the mediator or mediators within 30 days following the date of the request for mediation, all conditions precedent in this article shall be deemed to have occurred.

https://www.scuc.txed.net/site/handlers/filedownload.ashx?moduleinstanceid=33&dataid=73&FileName=hb1295%20instructions%2008312016_mjr_.pdf http://www.ethics.state.tx.us/whatsnew/elf_info_form1295.htm https://www.texask12ctocouncil.org/down/eJwFwQEKgCAMAMAXOc1Jar!ZsyjKlDYIen13u!qQxVo5rlOUHgVBoEZfv!kV4N7snD3WFZ1hysGEyNUQJW9SLjg5KoFThFG3H9DbF@c=/TxDPA_V2_final%206-11-19.pdf

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At all times during the course of any dispute resolution process, the Contractor shall continue diligently and without delay to perform the services and obligations of the Agreement

30. INVOICING: Send the original invoices to: Attention: Accounts Payable, Schertz Cibolo Universal City ISD 1060 Elbel Road Schertz, TX 78154

a. Each invoice shall contain a minimum of the following information: invoice number and date; remittance address; "bill to" and "ship to" addresses; contract Purchase Order number (PO#); quantities; item descriptions, unit prices and extensions; fees; and an invoice total.

b. For payment purposes, the contractor shall obtain PO # from the District for each separate order/invoicing. These are individually numbered for control purposes, and each separate order/invoicing will require a unique PO# to be issued to the Contractor by the District. If the PO# does not appear on the contractor's invoice, payment may be delayed.

31. PROHIBITION ON CONTRACTS WITH CERTAIN COMPANIES: Chapter 2252, of the Texas Government Code was amended to update state contract law to prohibit governmental entities from contracting with companies engaged in active business operations with Sudan, Iran, or a foreign terrorist organization. The intent of this change is to ensure that Texas taxpayers' dollars are not spent on companies engaged in business with other nation states or terrorist organizations that are anathema to the policy interests of the United States or the State of Texas.

32. Pursuant to Texas Government Code Chapter 2270, if this contract is valued at $100,000 or more and if the Contractor has at least ten (10) full time employees, then the Contractor, by its execution of this Agreement represents and warrants to the District that the Contractor does not boycott Israel and will not boycott Israel during the term of this Agreement. This section does not apply to a sole proprietorship.

33. COMPLIANCE: The Offeror shall comply with any and all federal, state and local laws, and District policies affecting the services covered by this solicitation. Such laws may include, but are not limited to the following:

a) Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA); b) Protection of Pupil Rights amendment (PPRA);

and/or Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPPA).

34. PURSUANT TO TEXAS GOVERNMENT CODE CHAPTER 2274:

a. FIREARM ENTITY / TRADE ASSOCIATION NON-DISCRIMINATION: If the Contractor is not a sole proprietorship, has ten (10) or more employees, and the value of Contractor’s bid or proposal has a value of $100,000 or more, Contractor certifies by submitting Contractor’s bid or proposal that it does not have a practice, policy, guidance, or directive that discriminates against a firearm entity or firearm trade association, as defined by Texas Government Code Ann. Chapter 2274, and will not during the term of any contract with the DISTRICT, unless excepted from law.

b. ENERGY COMPANY BOYCOTT: As required by Texas Government Code Ann. Chapter 2274, if Contractor has ten (10) or more employees, is not a sole proprietorship, and if the value of Contractor’s bid or proposal has a value of $100,000 or more, Contractor certifies by submitting Contractor’s bid or proposal that it does not boycott energy companies and will not during the term of any contract with the DISTRICT, unless excepted by law.

35. SAFETY: Vendors, its subcontractors, and their respective employees shall comply fully with all applicable federal, state, and local safety and health laws, ordinances, rules and regulations in the performance of services under this Agreement, including, without limitation, those promulgated by the District and by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (“OSHA”). All items must meet all applicable OSHA standards and regulations and all electrical items must bear the appropriate listing from UL, FMRC or NEMA. In case of conflict, the most stringent safety requirements shall govern. Vendor shall comply with all other safety guidelines and standards as required by the District, including Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP’s), https://www.fda.gov/food/guidance-regulation-food-and-dietary-supplements/current-good-manufacturing-practices-cgmps-food-and-dietary-supplements. Product to be handled in accordance with the Federal Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA’s) Guidance for Industry. Vendor shall indemnify and

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36. DEFINITIONS: We intend to express our expectations clearly, and they are to be legally interpreted in our favor. Certain words are used throughout this document

a. “Proponent” “Vendor” “Bidder” “Offeror” means responder to the Request for Proposal and the individual, partnership, and sole proprietorship or Corporation executing the Contract and shall include any agent, employee, officer, director, supplier or sub-contractor of the Vendor pursuant to the Contract.

b. “SCUCISD” “Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City Independent School District”, “District”, “Owner”, the Board of Trustees, its students, employees and agents.

c. “Solicitation”, used to describe a Request for Proposal, Request for Competitive Sealed Proposal, Request for Bids or other solicitation document.

d. “PO” or “Purchase Order” “Agreement” “Contract” means a document that will be issued by the Schertz-

Cibolo-Universal City Independent School District to formalize the agreement with the successful Proponent.

e. “Shall”, “must”, “will”, “mandatory” means a requirement that must be met for the submission to receive consideration.

f. “Service”, “Services”, “Work” shall mean the products/services supplied to the Schertz-Cibolo-Universal

City Independent School District in accordance with the specifications, terms and conditions stated in this Request for Bid.

g. ”Supplier” - A business entity engaged in the business of providing contract supplies/services.

h. “Bidder” - A business entity submitting a Response to this RFQ. Suppliers which may express interest in this RFQ, but which do not submit a Response, have no obligations with respect to the bid requirements.

i. “Contractor” - The Offeror(s) whose Response to this RFQ is evaluated as meeting the needs of SCUCISD. Contractor(s) will be selected for award, and will enter into a contract(s) for provision of the services described in the RFQ.

j. “Subcontractor” - A company that enters into a business relationship with the Contractor. The Contractor may seek to place employees of the Subcontractor for the services described in the RFQ.

k. “Contractor’s Employee” - All persons who can be offered to provide the services described in the RFQ.

All employees of the Contractor and the Subcontractor must be covered by the insurance programs normally provided to persons employed by a company (ex: Worker’s Comp, etc.).

l. “Response” - The written, signed and sealed document submitted according to the RFQ instructions.

Response does not include any verbal or documentary interaction you may have with us apart from submittal of a formal response. Verbal interactions will not be binding on SCUCISD or Contractor(s) with respect to requirements stated within this RFQ or resulting contractual obligations.

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SECTION 5 – ATTACHMENTS

REQUIRED FORMS

FORMS INCLUDED IN THIS SOLICITATION DOCUMENT

(1) Proposal Form - Attachment A

(2) Vendor Questionnaire – Attachment B

(3) Proposed Price Schedule - Attachment C

(4) Exceptions to this Solicitation - Attachment D

(5) Felony Conviction Notice - Attachment E

(6) Conflict of Interest Form CIQ – Attachment F

(7) Certification Requirements – Attachment G

Proposal Checklist – to be utilized as a guide only.

*Download solicitations, addenda and other forms at: https://scucisd.procureware.com

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ATTACHMENT A

PROPOSAL FORM

NOTE: Failure to complete this form shall result in your Proposal being deemed non-responsive and rejected without further evaluation.

We, , (Company Name) of, , (Business Address) (Zip Code) The undersigned, having fully and carefully read and examined the Request for Quotes (RFQ) Documents, Enclosures and Addenda, hereby offers to Schertz-Cibolo-Universal City Independent School District a Proposal for School Bus Vehicles in accordance with the solicitation documents, and addenda at the place, price and in a manner set out therein and certifies the following;

a. Represents that to the best of its knowledge it is not indebted to the Schertz Cibolo Universal City Independent School District. Indebtedness to the District shall be basis for the non-award and/or cancellation of any award.

b. Certifies that no suspension or debarment is in place that would preclude receiving a federally funded contract.

c. The undersigned affirms that they are duly authorized to execute this contract, to fully comply with the terms and conditions of this Request for Proposal, including all forms and attachments included herein, that this company, corporation, firm, partnership or individual has not prepared this Proposal in collusion with any other Bidder, and that the contents of this Proposal as to prices, terms or conditions of said Proposal have not been communicated by the undersigned nor by any employee or agent to any other person engaged in this type of business prior to the official opening of this solicitation.

ADDENDA ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Acknowledgement is hereby made of receipt of the following addenda to this PROPOSAL document:

Addendum No. ______ dated _________________, ______ pages

Signatures: Signed and submitted by:

(Signature of person authorized to sign) (Print name of person authorized to sign)

Name of person to contact regarding this Proposal:

Title: Telephone #:

FAX: E-Mail:

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ATTACHMENT B

VENDOR QUESTIONNAIRE

In submitting a proposal, each Prospective Bidder shall also provide the following information: (Use additional sheets, if necessary.) A qualifying Proposal must address all items. Incomplete Proposals may be rejected.

PART I - GENERAL INFORMATION

1. Prospective Bidder Information: Provide the following information regarding the Prospective Bidder.

Prospective Bidder Name:

(NOTE: Give exact legal name as it will appear on the contract, if awarded.)

Principal Address:

City: State: Zip Code:

Telephone No. Fax No:

Website address:

Year established:

Provide the number of years in business under present name:

Number of Employees: ______________________

2. Account Representative: List the account representative information that would service the District’s account, if awarded.

Name: Title:

Address:

City: State: Zip Code:

Office Phone: Cell Phone: Fax:

Email Address:

3. Remittance Information:

Please specify the correct legal business name, contact person, address, phone and fax numbers that should be used as the remittance address by SCUCISD, if different from vendor information above.

Legal Business Name:

Address:

City, State, Zip:

Phone: Fax:

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4. Ordering Information: Please specify the correct legal business name, contact person, address, phone and fax numbers that should be used for all purchase order submittals by the District.

Legal Business Name:

Address:

City, State, Zip:

Vendor Contact:

Phone: Fax:

Web Site:

Hours of Operation:

Indicate the preferred method(s) for receiving purchase orders:

Email: _____________________________________________

Fax: _______________________________________________

1. Will you accept purchase orders? Yes No

2. Will you accept credit card payment? Yes No

3. Is this bid valid for all of your greater San Antonio area locations? Yes No

4. If no, please list addresses and telephone numbers of all participating locations below or attach a list.

5. Warranty: Describe your firm’s proposed warranty to include the time frame for both parts and labor as listed below:

a. Parts: _________________

b. Labor: _________________

6. Reference Number: List reference number information required on purchase orders, if applicable.

7. Shipping Terms: District terms shall be freight prepaid F.O.B. DESTINATION and prices shall include all freight, delivery charges for a total cost delivered.

8. Return Policy: Briefly state Proposers return policy.

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ATTACHMENT C

Proposed Price Schedule (24-010S)

Item No. Description Pricing Per unit Total

2023/24 Type C 77 Passenger School Bus with air conditioning QTY: 4 $ $

2 Delivery $ $

3 Additional Fees: $ $

4 $ $

Warranty: 5YR/100,000 Mile coverage for the vehicle body shell, school bus seat, barrier frames, and paint adhesion

GM Standard chassis warranty Texas all-inclusive two-year warranty for school buses

Note: Provide an itemized list detailing Proposer’s offering. List should, at a minimum, include, specifications, itemized charges, and project timeline from receipt of purchase order through project completion.

Pricing: Quoted Total Project shall be inclusive of all charges to include, but not limited to, assemble/set-up fee, shipping/delivery (FOB Destination to Schertz, Texas) and any other surcharges. NOTE: Vendor may submit multiple quotes representing various manufacturer brands.

Cooperative Contract: Proposer’s offering must be based upon an awarded Cooperative Contract (i.e. – Buyboard, ESC Region 2013, Choice Partners, National IPA/TCPN, TXMAS, US Communities, etc.).

• List Cooperative Name & Contract Number Pricing is based upon:

• Price(s) will be held until:

Quote Submission: Proposers may submit their completed quote via email to Amiranda@scuc.txed.net or hard copy to SCUC ISD Purchasing Office located at 1056 Elbel Rd, Schertz, TX 78154.

Signature of Company Rep Authorized to Sign Date

Vendor Information:

Company Name:

Contact:

Email:

FROM:

Campus/Department: Purchasing

Contact: Aaron Miranda

Total Project Price $ mailto:Amiranda@scuc.txed.net mailto:tcanal@scuc.txed.net

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ATTACHMENT D

EXCEPTIONS TO THIS SOLICITATION

Does the Prospective Bidder have any deviations to any conditions and/or specifications/scope of services listed in this document?

No

Yes

If yes, noted in writing herein.

(Attach additional Pages if necessary)

Note: Each exception must be clearly defined and referenced to the proper section and paragraph in this

Solicitation.

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ATTACHMENT E

FELONY CONVICTION NOTICE

I, the undersigned agent for the firm named below, certify that the information concerning notification of felony convictions has been reviewed by me and the following information furnished is true to the best of my knowledge.

VENDOR’S NAME: ______________________________________________________

AUTHORIZED COMPANY OFFICIAL’S NAME: __________________________________

A. My firm is a publicly-held corporation; therefore, this reporting requirement is not applicable.

Signature of Company Official: _____________________________

B. My firm is not owned nor operated by anyone who has been convicted of a felony.

Signature of Company Official: _____________________________

C. My firm is owned or operated by the following individual(s) who has/have been convicted of a felony.

Name of Felon(s): _________________________________________ (Attach additional sheet if necessary.)

Details of Conviction(s): ____________________________________ (Attach additional sheet if necessary.)

Signature of Company Official: _____________________________

State of Texas Legislative Senate Bill No. 1, Section 44.034, Notification of Criminal History, Subsection (a), states “a person or business entity that enters into a contract with a school District must give advance notice to the District if the person or an owner or operator of the business entity has been convicted of a felony. The notice must include a general description of the conduct resulting in the conviction of a felony”.

Subsection (b) states “a school District may terminate a contract with a person or business entity if the District determines that the person or business entity failed to give notice as required by Subsection (a) or misrepresented the conduct resulting in the conviction. The District must compensate the person or business entity for services performed before the termination of the contract”.

THIS NOTICE IS NOT REQUIRED OF A PUBLICLY-HELD CORPORATION (Sign under ITEM A)

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ATTACHMENT F

CONFLICT OF INTEREST FORM

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ATTACHMENT G

CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS (Federal Funding)

The District has elected to solicit requests for proposals under the requirements set forth by the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Title 2 Grants and Agreements, Part 200 Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (2 CFR 200). Following these federal requirements will allow for federal funds entrusted to the District to be used to make purchases through an awarded District contract. The CFR is the codification of the general and permanent rules published in the Federal Register by the departments and agencies of the Federal Government produced by the Office of the Federal Register (OFR) and the Government Publishing Office. The CFR may change during the term of the contract and the Vendor may be required to make adjustments as necessary.

By submission of a Solicitation Response, the Vendor certifies and agrees that they as a company understand and comply with all applicable areas identified herein. Some of the areas may not be applicable to this solicitation and it is the supplier's sole responsibility to identify which areas are appropriate for the solicitation. Failure to affirm and agree to these requirements may, at the District’s discretion, disqualify the associated response to this solicitation or limit the use of the awarded contract based on the funding source.

The District reserves the right at any time within the contract term to require an awarded supplier to reaffirm, sign and resubmit proper documentation stating that their company is not debarred, nor have any other circumstances changed related to their original response.

NOTE: Any NO answers in this section must be listed on the Exceptions Form (Attachment D) with a detailed explanation for the exception.

General:

1. BUY AMERICAN ACT: Proposers must agree and certify that proposer is in compliance with all applicable provisions of the Buy American Act. Purchases made in accordance with the Buy American Act must still follow the applicable procurement rules calling for free and open competition.