RFP-C 26-05 Pre-Owned Shuttle Bus (Motor Coach)

Houston City College (HCC) has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the procurement of a pre-owned shuttle bus (motor coach) to support student transportation between its four campuses. The specific requirements include a Goshen Coach with Ford E350 Chassis, capable of carrying twenty passengers with two wheelchair positions and a driver. The vehicle must be a 2018 model year or newer with less than 100,000 miles. Proposals are due on October 30, 2025, by 2:00 p.m. local time, with electronic submission required through the HCC Bid Portal (bonfirehub.com). The evaluation process will be entirely price-based, with 100 points allocated to the pricing proposal. Proposers must demonstrate adequate financial resources, ability to meet performance schedules, a satisfactory performance record, and management capabilities. The ultimate objective of this procurement is to provide a scheduled, no-cost transportation option that supports student retention, academic performance, and equitable access to high-demand academic programs, particularly in emerging fields like AI and robotics.

The RFP indicates that small business participation is not probable for this procurement, and there are no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on respondent types. No incumbent vendors or existing infrastructure integration requirements were mentioned in the documentation. While a specific award value was not explicitly stated, the procurement appears to be a one-time purchase of a single pre-owned shuttle bus. Proposers will be required to provide comprehensive details about the vehicle, including detailed specifications, warranty information, delivery timeline, and potential value-added services. The contract will be awarded based on the most competitive pricing proposal that meets the specified requirements and demonstrates the ability to fulfill the transportation needs of Houston City College.