Bismarck State College (BSC) in North Dakota is seeking proposals for an athletic charter bus through a Request for Proposal (RFP) issued for the college's Athletics Department. The procurement involves acquiring a new or pre-owned bus with no more than 160,000 miles, specifically designed to support transportation needs for multiple sports teams including baseball, basketball, wrestling, cross country, softball, track and field, and volleyball. The bus must meet detailed technical specifications, including a 50+ passenger capacity, electronic logging device readiness, a lavatory, and specific climate control and powertrain requirements. The evaluation process will utilize a 100-point scoring system, with 60 points allocated to the technical proposal and 40 points to the cost proposal, assessing factors such as product quality, availability, value-added options, and vendor expertise. Key dates for this opportunity include a posting date of October 2, 2025, with proposals due by October 5, 2025, and an anticipated contract start date of October 17, 2025, with the contract term running from October 1, 2025, to March 1, 2026. The RFP does not specify any explicit set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations, suggesting the opportunity is open to qualified bus dealers and manufacturers who can meet the technical requirements. The proposed budget for this procurement is approximately $550,000, to be paid as a cash offer. The solicitation emphasizes the bus's importance in supporting the college's athletic program goals and enhancing the institution's visibility and competitive success in the NAIA Frontier Conference. No information is provided about incumbent vendors or existing infrastructure that might require integration. Potential respondents should carefully review the detailed technical specifications in the RFP document and ensure their proposed bus meets or exceeds the outlined requirements. The procurement is specific to Burleigh County, North Dakota, and is focused on finding a suitable transportation solution for BSC's athletic program.
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