Pre-Owned School Buses - Purchase

Lake Orion Community Schools in Michigan is seeking to procure pre-owned school buses through a competitive bid process, specifically targeting eight total buses with precise specifications. The procurement includes six 53-passenger Type C Special Needs buses and two 77-passenger Type C Conventional buses, all of which must be 2023 model year or newer with strict mileage restrictions (less than 60,000 miles for 53-passenger and less than 30,000 miles for 77-passenger models). Each bus must meet detailed technical requirements, including a Cummins B6.7 220 Diesel engine, specific axle capacities, air brakes with ABS, automatic transmission, and numerous specialized features such as wheelchair accommodations, safety systems, and climate control components. The bid evaluation will consider multiple criteria: total proposal cost (30%), completeness of forms (10%), references (20%), availability (20%), and vendor experience (20%). Proposals must be submitted electronically to Wes.goodman@lok12.org by February 28, 2025, at 2:00 PM, with bid prices remaining valid until April 2025. Interested vendors must provide a completed submittal cover sheet, reference list, State of Michigan Affidavit, and comprehensive pricing information.

The bid documents do not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged business enterprises. Payment terms are net 30 days from receipt, and Lake Orion Community Schools reserves the right to accept or reject any submissions and potentially request pricing for additional buses beyond the initial specification. The procurement includes conflict of interest restrictions preventing contracts with district board members, administrators, or employees involved in the bidding process. While specific budget ranges are not disclosed, the comprehensive technical specifications suggest a significant investment in transportation infrastructure. Vendors must demonstrate technical capability, comply with all specified bus requirements, and provide comprehensive documentation to be considered for the contract. Bid documents can be accessed through the Lake Orion Schools website or the State of Michigan's SIGMA procurement system, with questions directed to Wes Goodman, Operations Director, via the provided email contact.