Renewal Notice GRF School Bus Lease ISD

The state of Illinois, specifically the Department of Human Services (DHS), is seeking to renew a school bus lease contract for the Illinois School for the Deaf through a non-competitive renewal process. The procurement involves leasing two school buses: one 66-passenger bus with a wheelchair lift and one 72-passenger bus. The contract renewal covers two consecutive one-year terms, spanning from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2027, based on the original solicitation bid number 24-444DHS-ISDIS-B-37168. The renewal was posted on June 5, 2025, with a due date of June 20, 2025, indicating a relatively quick turnaround for contract extension. The procurement is structured as a direct renewal, suggesting that the current vendor, Midwest Bus Leasing, will continue to provide the bus leasing services under the same terms as the original contract. The key objectives include maintaining transportation services for the Illinois School for the Deaf by ensuring continuous access to appropriately equipped school buses.

While the document does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions, it references the Business Enterprise Program (BEP) and Veterans Business Program (VBP), though no specific utilization percentages are provided. The total renewal amount for the two-year contract is $276,608.40, which breaks down to an annual lease cost of approximately $138,304.20 for the two school buses. The incumbent vendor, Midwest Bus Leasing, appears to be the continued provider for this contract renewal. No specific integration requirements or technology specifications are mentioned beyond the bus lease details. The procurement seems to be a straightforward renewal of existing services, with no indication of competitive bidding or new vendor selection for this particular contract extension. The contract is being processed through the State of Illinois Chief Procurement Office for General Services, with the renewal formally authorized by the State Procurement Officer on the posting date.