Brockton Public Schools Tire, Road Service, and Minor Repair IFB BPS-2026-038 2026
Brockton School DistrictSchool · Brockton, MA- Due
- Sep 15, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 31, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- John J. Foley
- (508) 580-7000
The 30-second brief
Brockton Public Schools is soliciting bids for a three-year contract (Oct 1, 2026 – Sept 30, 2029) for tire, road service, and minor repair services for its fleet, including Ford Transit vans, F-Series trucks, and mini-buses. The successful bidder must maintain a full-service repair facility within 20 road miles of the district, provide 24/7 emergency road and towing services with a 30-minute acknowledgment time, and possess at least four service bays. Scope includes mounting/balancing tires, battery replacement, light bulb changes, and weekly maintenance checks by a technician at district locations. Bids are due September 15, 2026, at 12:00 P.M. and will be awarded based on the lowest evaluated three-year grand total. Requirements include MGL Chapter 30B compliance, licensing by the Registrar of Motor Vehicles for safety/emission inspections, and specific insurance/warranty guarantees.
Tire repair, Mounting, Balancing, Towing, Emergency road service, Minor vehicle repairs, Weekly maintenance checks, Monthly activity reports
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on Evaluated Three-Year Grand Total
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Summary
Brockton Public Schools is soliciting bids for a three-year contract (Oct 1, 2026 – Sept 30, 2029) for tire, road service, and minor repair services for its fleet, including Ford Transit vans, F-Series trucks, and mini-buses.
The successful bidder must maintain a full-service repair facility within 20 road miles of the district, provide 24/7 emergency road and towing services with a 30-minute acknowledgment time, and possess at least four service bays. Scope includes mounting/balancing tires, battery replacement, light bulb changes, and weekly maintenance checks by a technician at district locations. Bids are due September 15, 2026, at 12:00 P.M. and will be awarded based on the lowest evaluated three-year grand total. Requirements include MGL Chapter 30B compliance, licensing by the Registrar of Motor Vehicles for safety/emission inspections, and specific insurance/warranty guarantees.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on Evaluated Three-Year Grand Total
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- Tire repair
- Mounting
- Balancing
- Towing
- Emergency road service
- Minor vehicle repairs
- Weekly maintenance checks
- Monthly activity reports
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Bid Sheet
- Bidder Facility / Response-Time Certification
- Catalogs for equal products
- Affidavit of incorporation (if applicable)
REQUIRED STAFFING
Service Technician
- Submit to
- 43 Crescent Street, Brockton, MA 02301
- Scope location
- Brockton, MA
- Reported agency
- Brockton Public Schools
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Brockton School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 15, 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: 43 Crescent Street, Brockton, MA 02301. For questions, contact John J. Foley.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Brockton School District in MA, 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 IFB 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 John J. Foley at (508) 580-7000. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Service Technician. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Tire repair, Mounting, Balancing, Towing, Emergency road service, Minor vehicle repairs, Weekly maintenance checks, Monthly activity reports. 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 based on Evaluated Three-Year Grand Total" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Brockton School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Brockton School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Brockton 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 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this IFB?
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: Bid Sheet, Bidder Facility / Response-Time Certification, catalogs for equal products, affidavit of incorporation (if applicable). Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Brockton 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: Brockton, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.