Aiken County School District Annual School Bus Inspections, Maintenance, and Repairs - B2027-0001 (2026)
Aiken County School DistrictSchool · Aiken, SC- Due
- Sep 2, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 5, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Cyndi Storey
- (839) 218-6481
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Aiken County Public School District (ACPSD), South Carolina, is soliciting bids for annual South Carolina school bus inspections, preventative maintenance, diagnostic services, and repair services for District-owned activity buses on an as-needed basis. The current fleet includes approximately 30 Type A Minibuses and 26 Type C Conventional Buses, with 13 inspections expiring within the first six months of the contract. Services include brake systems, steering and suspension, engines, transmissions, cooling systems, fuel systems, electrical systems, lighting, HVAC systems, exhaust systems, tires and wheels, hydraulic systems, doors, wheelchair lifts, windshields and glass, and body repairs related to mechanical operation. Technicians must hold a valid SCDE School Bus Vehicle Inspection Certification and a brake repair certification from either the SCDE or ASE. The initial contract term is one year, with options to renew for up to four additional one-year periods. Bids are due by September 2, 2026, at 2:00 P.M., with questions due by August 19, 2026.
Type A Bus Annual Inspection, Type C Bus Annual Inspection, Mechanical Labor, Electrical Diagnostic Labor, Brake System Repair Labor, Mobile Service Labor, Emergency/After Hours Labor, Shop Diagnostic Fee, Mobile Service Call, Emergency Call-Out Fee, Towing Coordination Fee, Oil & Filter Change – Type A, Oil & Filter Change – Type C, Fuel Filter Replacement, Air Filter Replacement, Coolant Service, Transmission Service, Brake Inspection
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder for an approved brand at the lowest net price
SUMMARY
Aiken County Public School District (ACPSD), South Carolina, is soliciting bids for annual South Carolina school bus inspections, preventative maintenance, diagnostic services, and repair services for District-owned activity buses on an as-needed basis.
The current fleet includes approximately 30 Type A Minibuses and 26 Type C Conventional Buses, with 13 inspections expiring within the first six months of the contract. Services include brake systems, steering and suspension, engines, transmissions, cooling systems, fuel systems, electrical systems, lighting, HVAC systems, exhaust systems, tires and wheels, hydraulic systems, doors, wheelchair lifts, windshields and glass, and body repairs related to mechanical operation. Technicians must hold a valid SCDE School Bus Vehicle Inspection Certification and a brake repair certification from either the SCDE or ASE. The initial contract term is one year, with options to renew for up to four additional one-year periods. Bids are due by September 2, 2026, at 2:00 P.M., with questions due by August 19, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder for an approved brand at the lowest net price
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
18- Type A Bus Annual Inspection
- Type C Bus Annual Inspection
- Mechanical Labor
- Electrical Diagnostic Labor
- Brake System Repair Labor
- Mobile Service Labor
- Emergency/After Hours Labor
- Shop Diagnostic Fee
- Mobile Service Call
- Emergency Call-Out Fee
- Towing Coordination Fee
- Oil & Filter Change – Type A
- Oil & Filter Change – Type C
- Fuel Filter Replacement
- Air Filter Replacement
- Coolant Service
- Transmission Service
- Brake Inspection
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
signed copy of Cover Page, list of at least three professional references with similar contracts, proof of certification (SCDE School Bus Vehicle Inspection Certification and brake repair certification), signed amendments
- Submit to
- Aiken County School District, 61 Given Street, Aiken, SC 29805
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Aiken, SC
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this Bid from Aiken County School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 2, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Aiken County School District, 61 Given Street, Aiken, SC 29805. For questions, contact Cyndi Storey.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Aiken County School District in SC, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Cyndi Storey at (839) 218-6481. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Type A Bus Annual Inspection, Type C Bus Annual Inspection, Mechanical Labor, Electrical Diagnostic Labor, Brake System Repair Labor, Mobile Service Labor, Emergency/After Hours Labor, Shop Diagnostic Fee, Mobile Service Call, Emergency Call-Out Fee, Towing Coordination Fee, Oil & Filter Change – Ty. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest responsive and responsible bidder for an approved brand at the lowest net price" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Aiken County School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Aiken County School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Aiken County School District regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: signed copy of Cover Page, list of at least three professional references with similar contracts, proof of certification (SCDE School Bus Vehicle Inspection Certification and brake repair certificatio. Review the full document from Aiken County School District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Aiken, SC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.