Transportation department, vehicle tires

The Elk Grove Unified School District (EGUSD) in Sacramento County, California, is soliciting bids for Bid #803-25/26 to procure vehicle tires for its transportation department. The district operates a diverse fleet of over 50 buses, including 16 electric, 34 propane, 3 compressed natural gas, and clean diesel buses, which collectively travel more than 2.5 million miles annually and transport over 10,000 students daily. The initial contract term will be one year, from September 10, 2025, through September 9, 2026, with the option to extend for up to four additional one-year terms. Bidders must submit proposals electronically through the EGUSD Online Bonfire Procurement Portal by August 22, 2025, at 2:00 P.M. PST. Evaluation criteria will include meeting technical specifications, economic considerations, and overall suitability for the district's needs, with potential preference given to California-based vendors, particularly those in Sacramento County with whom the district has previously had satisfactory business relationships.

The procurement opportunity appears open to all qualified vendors, with no specific set-aside designations mentioned. Bidders must provide comprehensive insurance coverage, including Commercial General Liability, Sexual Abuse and Molestation coverage, Commercial Auto Liability, and Workers' Compensation insurance. The bid includes a "piggybackable" clause, allowing other school districts and public agencies to potentially purchase under the same prices, terms, and conditions. Contractors must also comply with fingerprinting and criminal background check requirements for employees who might interact with students, as mandated by Education Code Section 45125.1. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the district anticipates purchasing 9-12 scrap tires weekly and has established a pricing structure for tire removal services. The district reserves the right to reject any or all bids, make multiple awards, or make no award at all, emphasizing flexibility in the procurement process.