School Buses

The Beaverton School District in Oregon is pursuing a cooperative procurement for school buses, specifically targeting the acquisition of two Blue Bird All American Rear Engine buses through Western Bus Sales, Inc. This procurement is being conducted under ORS 279A.215(2)(a), which permits cooperative contracting between government entities. The contract opportunity, identified by the state local contract opportunity ID 67f7c9c0de59f8256e06e342, was posted on April 10, 2025, with a response deadline of April 16, 2025. The total contract value is approximately $855,462.00, representing a significant investment in transportation infrastructure for the school district. Interested parties are invited to submit comments or protests within seven calendar days of the notice date, with communication directed to contracts@beaverton.k12.or.us. The procurement process emphasizes transparency and provides clear channels for potential vendors or stakeholders to engage with the contract opportunity.

The Beaverton School District has structured this procurement with an explicit commitment to non-discrimination, recognizing the diversity and worth of all individuals and groups. While no specific set-aside designations or enterprise restrictions are explicitly mentioned in the provided documentation, the cooperative contracting approach suggests potential opportunities for various vendors. The contract specialist, Peter Madaus, can be contacted at (503) 356-4461 for additional information or clarification. Western Bus Sales, Inc. appears to be the recommended vendor for this specific procurement, with the contract focused on the procurement of two school buses. The total contract value of $855,462.00 indicates a substantial investment in new transportation assets, likely aimed at updating or expanding the district's existing school bus fleet. The procurement methodology demonstrates a strategic approach to acquiring necessary transportation infrastructure through cooperative contracting mechanisms.